Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad Meal Prep Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup cucumber, chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Dressing

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool completely.
  2. Season and cook chicken breast until fully cooked, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Steam broccoli until slightly tender while keeping its crunch.
  4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, broccoli, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and cheese.
  5. Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and seasonings to make the creamy dressing.
  6. Pour dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Store in meal prep containers and refrigerate until ready to eat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving — Approx.)

Calories: ~420
Protein: ~42g
Carbs: ~45g
Fat: ~10g
Fiber: ~6g

A high-protein, filling meal prep option that keeps well for busy days and supports healthy eating goals.

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