Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 unit

tri-color spiral pasta

2 cup

part-skim mozzarella cheese

cubed

2 cup

cooked chicken

cubed

1 unit

green pepper

chopped

1 unit

sweet red pepper

chopped

1 cup

fresh mushrooms

sliced

4.5 unit

ripe olives

sliced, drained

6 unit

green onions

sliced

3.5 unit

pepperoni

halved

0.5 cup

vegetable oil

0.33 cup

red wine vinegar

1 tsp

italian seasoning

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Rinse pasta with cold water and drain well.

Step 3
~3 min

Cube the mozzarella cheese and cooked chicken.

Step 4
~3 min

Chop the green pepper and red pepper.

Step 5
~3 min

Slice the fresh mushrooms and green onions.

Step 6
~3 min

Halve the pepperoni slices.

Step 7
~3 min

In a large serving bowl, combine the cheese, chicken, peppers, mushrooms, olives, green onions, pepperoni, and pasta.

Step 8
~3 min

In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Step 10
~3 min

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 11
~3 min

Toss again before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables such as cherry tomatoes or cucumbers.

Use a different type of pasta such as rotini or penne.

Marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled

Pair with a side of garlic bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Tomato Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dish for potlucks and summer gatherings

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Picnics
Barbecues
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
Lunch
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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