Simple Chicken Pasta Salad
Ingredients :
- 1 package Perdue Short Cuts Carved Chicken Breast, original roasted (alternate: Perdue Short Cuts Carved Chicken Breast, Grilled Italian Style)
- 8 ounces (2 cups) mini penne (alternate: small pasta)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 green onions, coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup coarsley chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup vinaigrette salad dressing, such as olive oil and vinegar dressing
- Leaf lettuce
- 2 tablespoons coarsely shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
Preparation Steps :
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, tomatoes, green onions, and basil in a large bowl; toss until combined. Add the dressing; toss just until coated.
- Line a large platter with lettuce leaves. Spoon the pasta salad over the lettuce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts.
