🥗 Creamy Chicken Avocado Pasta Salad
🧺 Ingredients
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2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli) 🍝
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1½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced 🍗
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1 ripe avocado, diced 🥑
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
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¼ cup red onion, finely sliced 🧅
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¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped 🌿
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2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
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2 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (for creaminess)
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1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
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1 tsp garlic powder or 1 minced garlic clove 🧄
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Salt & pepper, to taste 🧂
🥣 Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Greek yogurt (or mayo), lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
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Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
💡 Optional Add-Ins
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Crumbled feta cheese or parmesan for extra flavor 🧀
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A handful of baby spinach for greens 🥬
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Chopped bacon for a smoky crunch 🥓
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Sweet corn or peas for color and sweetness 🌽
❓ Q&A Section
Q1: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
👉 Yes! But add the avocado just before serving so it doesn’t brown.
Q2: What kind of pasta works best?
👉 Short types like fusilli, penne, or rotini hold the dressing and mix well with other ingredients.
Q3: Can I make it dairy-free?
👉 Absolutely! Use mashed avocado or a dairy-free yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
Q4: Is it good for weight loss or diabetics?
👉 Yes, if you use whole-grain pasta, lean chicken, and olive oil — it’s balanced with protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
Q5: How long does it last in the fridge?
👉 Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Add a little lemon juice to keep the avocado fresh.