Chicken caprese pasta salad

Chicken caprese pasta salad

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Both fiber and protein take longer to digest, helping to keep you feeling satisfied. The mozzarella provides several B-vitamins, protein, and calcium, also important to help provide energy, and help keep those ripped muscles in top form.

Nutrition (per 1 cup serving)

Calories: 202; protein: 14.1g; fat: 6.7g; carbs: 22.9g; sugar: 1g

Recipe and photo by Kaleigh McMordie, M.C.N., R.D.N. of Lively Table.

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Ingredients 

8 oz whole-wheat pasta or chickpea pasta*

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, sliced thinly

2-3 oz fresh mozzarella (in small balls, halved, or one big one, cubed)

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

1/4 tsp sea salt

*Chef’s note: Use chickpea pasta for a gluten-free version

How to make it 

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, and cool.

Cut cooked chicken breast into 1" cubes. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.

In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture, and gently stir to coat.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Cook Time: 

10

Prep Time: 

10

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January 5, 2018 at 02:26PM