I love balsamic vinegar. It gives meals such a refreshing taste – I especially love it on chicken. This past weekend, we discovered a salad recipe that uses leftover rotisserie chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and bow tie noodles… and balsamic vinegar!
With no mayonnaise, this dish would be great for picnics. We have already decided this is going to be our “go to” dish for outings on the boat this summer.
Recipe: Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta
- 2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup light balsamic vinaigrette
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta.
- Drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
- While pasta cooks, combine remaining ingredients in large bowl.
- Add drained pasta to chicken mixture and toss well.
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Comments
Michelle
I love chicken with fresh basil…yummy!
Carrie with Children
This one is a great mix of both! Enjoy!
Lolo
I love balsamic vinegar too. This recipe seems perfect to bring to a cookout!!
Carrie with Children
Yes! It would be great for a cookout!
Mindi
This looks so good! I love all the ingredients so I can imagine it tastes great. Can’t wait to make it for next weekend. I’m always looking for go to pasta salad dishes.
Carrie with Children
I hope you enjoy it, Mindi!
Cassie
This has so many ingredients I love.
Carrie with Children
Hope you enjoy it, Cassie!
ConnieFoggles
I’ve had something similar but without chicken. That would make it even more filling and delicious.
Carrie with Children
I think the chicken really gives it a hearty feel to it. It could even be an entree I think!