Description
A delightful pasta salad featuring cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and tender chicken, all tossed in a vibrant homemade basil pesto.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup homemade basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion.
- Add in the basil pesto and mix until everything is thoroughly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve immediately, or for later enjoyment, refrigerate it, and enjoy this tasty dish cold or at room temperature, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Store in a tight-lidded container for up to 3 days. Consider making your basil pesto from scratch for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian