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Chicken Alfredo Pasta Salad

This refreshing Chicken Alfredo Pasta Salad combines creamy alfredo sauce with tender rotisserie chicken and crisp vegetables for a perfect balance of comfort and freshness. Ready in minutes, it's an ideal make-ahead dish that's substantial enough for dinner yet perfect for lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box (7¾ ounce) classic pasta mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cucumber halved and sliced
  • ½ cup refrigerated alfredo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves sliced, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1½ cups rotisserie chicken shredded, skinless
  • Seasoning and topping packets included with pasta salad mix

Equipment

  • 3-quart saucepan
  • Large serving bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in a 3-quart saucepan. Reserve the seasoning and topping packets for later use.
  2. Drain the cooked pasta and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the seasoning packet from the pasta mix with the refrigerated alfredo sauce to create the dressing.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled pasta, shredded rotisserie chicken, halved tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and sliced basil leaves.
  5. Pour the alfredo mixture over the ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Sprinkle the topping packet from the pasta salad mix over the salad for added texture and flavor.
  7. Garnish with additional basil if desired before serving.

Notes

This pasta salad actually tastes better after it sits for a few hours, making it perfect for meal prep. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with chickpeas or cubed tofu. You can also customize the vegetables based on what you have available—roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, or olives make excellent additions.
For an extra flavor boost, try adding a sprinkle of lemon zest and red pepper flakes before serving.