Delicious and Refreshing Asian-Inspired Chilled Pasta Salad with Tender Chicken

This refreshing pasta salad is perfect for a hot summer day or a light and healthy meal option. The combination of chilled pasta, tender chicken, and Asian-inspired flavors creates a delightful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pasta of your choice
• 2 chicken breasts, grilled and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, sliced bell pepper, shredded carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the pasta salad for an additional crunch and flavor.
6. Enjoy this Asian-inspired chilled pasta salad with chicken as a light and satisfying meal!

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