26 April 2025

Bow-Tie Pasta Salad with Chicken and Chickpeas

Name: Bow-Tie Pasta Salad with Chicken and Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 227 g bow-tie pasta (whole-grain); 510 g chicken breasts (cooked and shredded); 130 g chickpeas (drained and rinsed; about 1/2 can); 64 g black olives (sliced); 120 g celery (chopped); 300 g cucumbers (chopped); 60 g carrots (shredded); 80 g onion (yellow; finely chopped); 15 g parmesan cheese (shredded); 45 g olive oil (extra-virgin); 60 g red wine vinegar; 2 g worcestershire sauce; 2 g mustard (spicy brown); 1.5 g garlic (minced); 8 g parsley (fresh; chopped); 3 g basil (fresh; chopped); 0.5 g black pepper (ground)

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🥗 Bow-Tie Pasta Salad with Chicken and Chickpeas

Looking for a refreshing, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner? This Bow-Tie Pasta Salad with Chicken and Chickpeas combines tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and crunchy vegetables tossed in a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It’s light yet filling — ideal for meal prep or a summer picnic! ☀️

🍴 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This pasta salad is a delicious blend of flavors and textures — creamy Parmesan, zesty mustard, and crisp cucumbers all come together in harmony. Chickpeas add fiber and protein, making it a balanced meal that keeps you satisfied. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.

🧑‍🍳 How to Make It Step-by-Step

Cook the pasta: Boil the bow-tie pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
Combine everything: In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, shredded chicken, chickpeas, olives, celery, cucumbers, carrots, and onion.
Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, minced garlic, parsley, basil, and pepper.
Toss it up: Pour the dressing over the salad, add shredded Parmesan, and toss everything together with tongs until evenly coated.
Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld beautifully. 🕒

💡 Tips & Variations

Add sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra color and flavor.
For a lighter version, swap olive oil with Greek yogurt dressing.
Great for meal prep — store in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
Make it vegetarian by skipping the chicken and adding more chickpeas or tofu.

🌿 Perfect Pairings

Pair this wholesome salad with a slice of crusty whole-grain bread or a glass of chilled white wine 🍷. It also works wonderfully as a side dish for grilled meats or seafood.

Enjoy this healthy, fiber-rich pasta salad that’s as colorful as it is delicious — the perfect choice for busy days when you want something quick, nutritious, and satisfying. 😋

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

25 mins

Servings

Tools Used

Large Pot Large BowlTongs

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving

Calories 371

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12g15%

Saturated Fat 5g25%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 50mg17%

Sodium 200mg9%

Total Carbohydrates 41g15%

Dietary Fiber 6g21%

Sugars 6g

Protein 28g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.