Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 pound chicken breast*
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces dry pasta
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 4 ounces baby spinach
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1/4 cup extra light extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine table salt
  • fresh cracked pepper

Instruction

  • Boiling salted water and cook pasta al dente according to the package. Once done, drain, and then pour into a bowl of ice water to cool it down quickly. Drain off the water and place in a large mixing bowl.
  • While the pasta boils, cook the chicken. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook on a medium-high grill or skillet on both sides until center is 165˚F. (About 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness.) Let cool and then slice.
  • Assemble by placing pasta, chicken, tomatoes, and spinach** together in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, toss and serve.