Grilled Chicken and Chimichurri Pasta Salad

Name: Grilled Chicken and Chimichurri Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound rotini or fusilli pasta; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, chopped; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese; Salt and black pepper to taste

A fresh and colorful pasta salad featuring grilled chicken, garden vegetables, and a bright herb dressing.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 10, 2026

Grilled Chicken and Chimichurri Pasta Salad

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

35 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about a pasta salad that feels like a full meal. This version brings together juicy grilled chicken with crisp summer vegetables, all tossed in a vibrant homemade chimichurri sauce that packs a serious punch of flavor.

I love serving this at backyard gatherings because it holds up well on a buffet table. If you want to save some time, you can grill the chicken and mix the dressing a day in advance so dinner comes together in a flash.

Ingredients

1 pound rotini or fusilli pasta
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1
Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to the package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
2
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and grill them over medium heat until fully cooked through. Let the chicken rest for ten minutes before slicing it into bite sized pieces.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together the parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar to make the chimichurri dressing.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, grilled chicken, bell pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
6
Gently fold in the crumbled goat cheese and serve immediately or keep it in the fridge until you are ready to eat.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If the pasta absorbs the dressing, add a tiny splash of olive oil or vinegar before serving to freshen it up. This dish is excellent served chilled or at room temperature.

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