Greek Pasta Salad with Chicken
Portion Size: 1 ½ cups; Approx. ½ cup chicken with dressing, ½ cup vegetables , ½ cup pasta
Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings
Ingredients | Notes: |
16 oz. package of dried penne pasta | May use whole grain |
1/3 cup white wine vinegar | |
1 teaspoon dried basil | |
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard | |
2 tablespoons olive oil | |
4 cups chicken or turkey. Chopped and cooked. | Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F |
1/2 teaspoon salt | |
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder | |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper | |
1 cup grape tomatoes | Washed and quartered. |
1 medium red onion | Washed, peeled and diced. |
1 (8oz.) package fresh mushrooms | Washed and sliced. |
1 cup cucumber | Washed and chopped. |
4 oz. fat free feta cheese |
Directions:
Steps: | Directions: | Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance |
1 | Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. | |
2 | For Dressing: In a small bowl whisk together white wine vinegar, basil, oil, salt, garlic powder, Dijon mustard and black pepper. | |
3 | In a large bowl combine pasta, chicken tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms and cucumber. Add dressing. Toss gently to coat. | |
4 | Chill until ready to serve. Top with feta cheese just before serving. |
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