Ingredients

1 lb pasta ( I like ditallini )
1 lb chicken
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt & pepper
1/4 cup bleu cheese salad dressing
2 tablespoons bacon bits
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
Bleu Italian Chicken Pasta Salad is an easy and delicious dinner recipe that is perfect for hot summer nights. This pasta salad is made with tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a homemade bleu cheese dressing that is sure to please. To make this dish, start by cooking the pasta according to package directions and then sautéing the chicken in a skillet with olive oil and spices. Once the chicken is cooked, mix in the bleu cheese dressing, bacon bits, and parmesan cheese to create a flavor-packed sauce for the pasta. Serve warm or chilled and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2.Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
3.Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with parsley flakes, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5 minutes.
5.Mix in salad dressing, bacon bits, and parmesan cheese; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
6.In a large bowl, combine pasta and chicken mixture. Toss well to combine.
7.Serve warm or chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This pasta salad is packed with flavor and is perfect for a summer meal.

It’s easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a main.

The combination of chicken, bleu cheese dressing, and bacon bits is sure to please.

CONS

This salad is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and bacon bits.

It’s important to enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad contains chicken, which is an excellent source of protein and can help to promote muscle growth and repair.
It also contains olive oil, which has been shown to help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

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