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Handheld smartphone photo of Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad in a white bowl with visible green peas and shredded chicken. (Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad)

Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad With Bowtie Pasta and Garden Peas

A classic, crowd-pleasing Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad featuring al dente bowtie pasta, shredded white meat chicken, and a thick mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for potlucks or meal prep with its satisfying crunch and bright garden peas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Components
  • 1 lb (450g) Bowtie (Farfalle) Pasta Cooked al dente
  • 2 cups (300g) Chicken Breast Cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup (150g) Green Garden Peas Thawed or fresh
  • 2 ribs (100g) Celery Diced
  • 1/4 cup (40g) Red Onion Finely minced
  • 1.5 cups (350ml) Mayonnaise Full fat for best texture
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Black Pepper Freshly cracked
  • 1 tsp (2g) Dried Herb Flakes Parsley or dill

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Mixing Bowl Large enough to toss salad
  • 1 Colander For draining and rinsing pasta

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil bowtie pasta in salted water for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken breast by hand to achieve a rustic, thick texture.
Mixing
  1. Whisk mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar until smooth and thick.
  2. In a large bowl, toss pasta, chicken, peas, celery, and onion with the dressing until well coated.
  3. Top with a sprinkle of cracked black pepper and dried herb flakes.

Notes

Chill for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Add a splash of milk if the dressing becomes too thick after refrigeration.