Italian Chicken Pasta Salad

Meals could get very interesting at the Pletcher house over the next two weeks! We are moving to a new house and I really want to try and use as many ingredients in my fridge, freezer and pantry as possible before moving. So….ta-dah!! Here’s my first concoction!

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 1/4 cup pepperoni, slices halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/3 of an English cucumber, diced
  • 2 oz jarred, chopped pimento
  • 3 oz crumbled feta
  • Handful fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, according to the package directions. Drain in a colander, rinse with cold water and shake until very dry. Transfer the pasta to a large mixing bowl, drizzle 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over it and toss well to coat.

2. Add the chicken, cucumber, olives, peppers, pepperoni, onions, pimento and parsley. Season with salt, pepper and vinegar, toss well to combine.

3. Taste and adjust the seasoning. For best flavor, let the salad stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Published by boymomfoodie

I’m just passionate about food!! I’m a mom of two handsome boys. I’m a nurse by education and a cook by passion. Taste and nutrition are the most important factors in my food! I also need meals to be ready in a short amount of time due to our busy schedule. Anyone can cook!! Let me help. 😘

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