Pasta Salad with Grilled Chicken and Orange Dressing
Whole wheat penne tossed with crisp endive and sweet tomatoes.
Zesty orange dressing brings bright, herby flavor to every bite.
Grilled chicken on top makes it filling, fresh, and satisfying.
lunch ⏱ 30 min 650 kcal / portion 70.0 g carbs / portion (estimated) gluten 🔗 Original source
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Preparation steps
- slice the chicken fillets lengthwise, rub with 1/3 of the oil
- grill the chicken 4-6 min, turning halfway, then rest under foil until use
- cook the penne, add the endive for the last 4 min, then drain and rinse under cold water and let drain
- halve the tomatoes, pluck and chop the basil, scrub and grate lemon and orange zest, then squeeze and combine juices and zests with Italian herbs and remaining oil to make the orange dressing
- toss the pasta and endive with the tomatoes and 3/4 of the dressing, then season
- slice the grilled chicken and distribute over the salad, then drizzle with the remaining dressing