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Pasta Salad with Chicken and Vegetables

Zeke Ntia
Servings: 10
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Pasta Salad with Chicken and Vegetables

A hearty and versatile pasta salad—perfect for barbecues or picnics—loaded with chicken, chickpeas, veggies, and tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

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Servings: 10

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Cook the whole-wheat pasta according to the package directions.
  3. Two minutes before the pasta is finished cooking, add the frozen mixed vegetables.
  4. Continue cooking until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Drain the pasta and vegetables.
  6. While the pasta cooks, combine the garbanzo beans, cooked chicken, and balsamic vinaigrette dressing in a large bowl.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and vegetables to the bowl.
  8. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  9. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 315kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 7g
Protein 3g6%

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

Note

  • Lean and protein-rich, canned chicken breast helps fuel your body with essential amino acids for muscle repair and maintenance. It's also a convenient source of iron and B vitamins—particularly B6 and B12—that support energy production, nerve function, and healthy red blood cells.
  • Mild and nutty in flavor, garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) are packed with plant-based protein and fiber, which help keep you full, support healthy digestion, and stabilize blood sugar. They also provide folate, manganese, and iron—important nutrients for cell health and metabolism.
  • Made with whole-wheat pasta, this dish supplies complex carbohydrates and additional fiber compared to regular pasta, providing steady energy and supporting heart and gut health. Even regular pasta contributes B vitamins and energy-sustaining starches, making it a satisfying base for the salad.
  • Frozen mixed vegetables—usually a colorful blend of carrots, peas, corn, and green beans—add a spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that promote a healthy immune system, healthy skin, strong bones, and reduced inflammation.
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