PASTA CHICKEN SALAD

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Pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and olives turn everyday salad mix into a Mediterranean delight. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Thanks to Brandlyn Graham of Clifton, Tennessee for the recipe!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (6 ounces)
3/4 cup uncooked bow tie pasta
3 cups Italian-blend salad greens
1/2 cup quartered water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
8 pitted ripe olives
2 tablespoons chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Set aside., Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine the salad greens, artichokes, olives and tomatoes. Cube chicken. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add pasta and chicken to salad greens., Drizzle dressing over salad; sprinkle with walnuts and cheese. Toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 852mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

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