Simple Chicken Pasta Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Cheese
Lemon Parmesan Chicken Pasta Salad is a fresh and zesty dish made with tender chicken, pasta, vegetables, and a light lemon dressing. It is perfect for meal prep, picnics, and easy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
3 cups cooked pasta
2 cups cooked chicken
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup cucumber
1/2 cup spinach or arugula
1/3 cup red onion
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, then cool.
- Cook and dice chicken.
- Prepare vegetables.
- Combine pasta, chicken, and vegetables in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Add Parmesan and mix lightly.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning.
Notes
Use fresh lemon for best flavor.
Add more vegetables if desired.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.