Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Chicken and Blueberry Pasta Salad
Chicken and Blueberry Pasta Salad
From EatingWell.com
Yes, blueberries and pasta. The addition of poached chicken and feta cheese makes this dish into a light and satisfying summer supper that's also great for a potluck. If you already have some leftover chicken, skip Step 1 and add shredded chicken in
Step 4.
Total Time: 30 min
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Ingredients
1 pound(s) boneless, skinless chicken breast
8 ounce(s) whole-wheat fusilli or radiatore
3 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot
1/3 cup(s) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoon(s) lime juice
1 cup(s) fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon(s) freshly grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
Directions
1.Place chicken in a skillet or saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer gently until cooked through and no longer pink in the middle, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board to cool. Shred into bite-size strips.
2.Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta until just tender, about 9 minutes or according to package directions. Drain. Place in a large bowl.
3.Meanwhile, place oil and shallot in a small skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and just beginning to brown, 2 to 5 minutes. Add broth, feta and lime juice and cook, stirring occasionally, until the feta begins to melt, 1 to 2 minutes.
4.Add the chicken to the bowl with the pasta. Add the dressing, blueberries, thyme, lime zest and salt and toss until combined.
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