Hello CGH readers! It’s Malinda from Countryside Cravings brining you a Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad that’s perfect for a summer picnic or bbq!
You guys, I have a new favorite pasta salad! This will definitely change things up from that plain ol’ pasta salad you usually see at summer gatherings. It’s full of flavorful tender chicken (thanks to a marinade), al dente pasta, sweet grapes, crisp celery and pineapple! Yes, pineapple. Before you say “What?!” you really need to try this!!
This pasta salad feeds a crowd too! So, if you aren’t taking it to share somewhere it will feed you for days! Bring this to work for lunch instead of going out to eat at lunch and there would definitely be some jealous coworkers!!
Feel free to use different pastas. I just like rotini because those spirals hold the dressing a little better. Also, I think this would be great with shrimp instead of chicken! Just cut down on the marinade time if you use shrimp. I think 2-4 hours would be plenty.
So, if you’re looking for an easy pasta salad that will would be great for dinner and even better for lunch the next day this is it. Bring it to a bbq this summer and you will get rave reviews!
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 4 hours to overnight (marinade time)
Cook time: 15-20 minutes
Serves: 10+ servings
Ingredients:
Marinade:
3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta Ingredients:
1 (16 oz) package rotini pasta
1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits, drained
2 cups red grapes, halved
1 ½ cups diced celery
4-6 green onions, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon season salt
Directions: