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Pesto Pasta Salad with Chicken


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This pesto pasta salad is a refreshing, light, yet filling dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, paprika or any preferred spices, and cook it in an air fryer for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked, then slice it into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse it briefly under cold water.

  3. 3

    Add the pesto to the cooked pasta and mix thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated in the pesto.

  4. 4

    In a bowl or plate, add the rocket, followed by the pesto pasta, halved tomatoes, baby mozzarella, diced chicken and gently toss everything together.

  5. 5

    Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad to taste, then tear some fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them on top.

  6. 6

    Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and toss again to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately, or refrigerate for a chilled salad.