Chicken Pasta Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing

Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Chicken Pasta Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing
25 min.
6
315kcal

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Looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Chicken Pasta Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Dressing! This vibrant and colorful salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.

With its creamy yet dairy-free Alfredo sauce and the sweet, smoky notes of roasted red bell peppers, this pasta salad is a fantastic option for lunch, a side dish, or even a main course. The addition of tender broccoli florets and juicy diced chicken breast makes it a wholesome meal that’s packed with protein and nutrients. Plus, the whole kernel corn adds a delightful crunch and a pop of color, making this dish as appealing as it is tasty.

Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether served immediately or chilled for later, this Chicken Pasta Salad is sure to become a favorite in your household. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dish that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • ounces farfalle pasta uncooked (bow-tie)
  • 6.5 cups broccoli florets frozen
  • 0.7 cup alfredo sauce refrigerated (from 10-ounce container)
  • ounces roasted peppers red drained finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped diced refrigerated cooked
  • 11 ounces corn whole with red and green peppers, drained canned

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli for last 3 minutes of cooking. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  2. In small bowl, mix Alfredo sauce, bell peppers and salt. In large bowl, mix pasta, broccoli, chicken and corn.
  3. Add pepper mixture to pasta mixture; toss until coated.
  4. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories315kcal
Protein23.79%
Fat20.83%
Carbs55.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.33
Glycemic Load
12.62
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.372608695341%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.79mg
Kaempferol
7.73mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:314.54kcal
15.73%
Fat:7.31g
11.24%
Saturated Fat:2.89g
18.07%
Carbohydrates:43.74g
14.58%
Net Carbohydrates:39.57g
14.39%
Sugar:3.13g
3.47%
Cholesterol:42.17mg
14.06%
Sodium:875.38mg
38.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.78g
37.57%
Vitamin C:104.2mg
126.3%
Vitamin K:100.68µg
95.88%
Selenium:34.28µg
48.97%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.04%
Vitamin B3:5.75mg
28.74%
Phosphorus:229.07mg
22.91%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
22.76%
Folate:90.41µg
22.6%
Fiber:4.17g
16.68%
Potassium:576.99mg
16.49%
Vitamin A:792.11IU
15.84%
Magnesium:58.32mg
14.58%
Copper:0.23mg
11.53%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.06%
Iron:1.89mg
10.48%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.14%
Zinc:1.43mg
9.51%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.33%
Calcium:73.18mg
7.32%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.91%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.61%