Protein Pasta Salad
This Protein-Packed Chicken, Bacon, and Feta Pasta Salad combine tender chicken, crispy bacon, tangy feta, and a creamy yogurt dressing for a flavorful, high-protein meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
16
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 250 grams250 grams250 grams Pasta, (any shape you prefer, fusilli or penne work great)
- 222 Chicken Breast, diced
- 200 grams200 grams200 grams Bacon, chopped
- 111 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
- 111 Red Onion, diced
- .25 cup.25 cup.25 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 2 tsp2 tsp2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Cumin, Ground
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Olive Oil
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Make the Dressing First: Start by whisking together the yogurt, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set this aside for now.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta according to the package directions. Once done, drain it, and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. Set it aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: While the pasta is cooking, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until it's cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the pan and set it aside.
- Cook the Bacon: In the same skillet, add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, around 5-6 minutes. Once done, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess fat. Prepare the Veggies: Chop the red pepper and red onion into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Assemble the Salad: Now that everything is ready, add the cooked pasta, chicken, bacon, and crumbled feta to the bowl with the veggies. Pour the dressing over the top and toss everything together until itu2019s well-coated. Make sure the dressing evenly covers all the ingredients.Serve and Enjoy: 7. Serve and Enjoy:u00a0This salad can be served immediately, but it tastes even better after it has chilled for about 30 minutes in the fridge. Itu2019s also perfect for meal prep.
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Coconut Free Nut Free Salads Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 558 |
| Fat: | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 18 g |
| Protein: | 52 g |
| Cholesterol: | 45 g |
| Sodium: | 1429 mg |
| Fiber: | 5 g |
| Sugars: | 2 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
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