Moroccan Pasta Salad with Chicken
Elevate your meal prep with this vibrant Moroccan Pasta Salad with Chicken, a culinary fusion of bold North African spices and fresh Mediterranean ingredients. Perfectly cooked penne pasta is paired with juicy, spice-rubbed chicken, bringing together warm flavors of paprika, cumin, coriander, and a hint of cinnamon. Tossed with crunchy diced vegetables, sweet raisins, and toasted almonds, this salad gets a refreshing finish with a lemon-honey dressing infused with garlic and parsley. Ideal for a satisfying lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this chilled pasta salad blends savory and sweet flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare and full of exotic flair, it's a versatile recipe that's guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams penne pasta
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 piece red bell pepper, diced
- 1 piece cucumber, diced
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the Moroccan spice blend.
Step 3
Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the Moroccan spice blend until evenly coated.
Step 4
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Set aside to cool, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
Step 5
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, red bell pepper, cucumber, raisins, and toasted slivered almonds.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
Serve cold or at room temperature, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (987.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2220.9 |
| Total Fat 79.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g | |
| Cholesterol 206.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3176.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 274.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.8g | |
| Protein 112.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 206.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2346.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories