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High Protein BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad

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Delicious high protein bbq chicken pasta salad recipe with detailed instructions and nutritional information.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 2 skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • handful fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot.
  2. Add a generous pinch of salt and toss in 8 ounces of rotini pasta.
  3. Cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop cooking.
  5. Heat up your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  6. Season two skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any spices you fancy.
  7. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Let the grilled chicken rest before chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
  9. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice half of the cucumber into small cubes, and thinly slice about 1/4 of the red onion.
  10. Set the chopped vegetables aside in a large mixing bowl.
  11. In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce, juice from half a lemon, salt, and pepper to taste.
  12. Stir until smooth to make the creamy dressing.
  13. In the large mixing bowl filled with veggies, add the cooled pasta and grilled chicken pieces.
  14. Pour in the dressing and gently fold everything together until well combined.
  15. Toss in a handful of chopped fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
  16. Serve immediately for optimum freshness or chill in the fridge for up to an hour before serving.

Notes

Store in airtight container, refrigerate.

Reheat gently to preserve texture.

Serve chilled for refreshing taste.

Use grilled chicken for extra flavor.

Nutrition

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