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A handheld smartphone photo of a white ceramic bowl filled with glossy Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad, peas, and red onions.

Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad with Farfalle and Sweet Peas

This Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad features tender farfalle, diced chicken, and sweet peas tossed in a thick, glossy mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for meal prep, it's a high-protein, Pinterest-worthy lunch that stays fresh and delicious for days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 16 oz Farfalle (Bow-tie) Pasta 450g, cooked al dente
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast 450g, cooked and diced into cubes
  • 1 cup Frozen Green Peas 150g, thawed and drained
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion 75g, finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups Mayonnaise 360ml, full-fat for best gloss
  • 1 tbsp Dried Parsley Flakes
  • 1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper Coarsely ground

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Mixing Bowl Large enough to toss all ingredients

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil farfalle in salted water according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and dry thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dried parsley, and cracked black pepper until smooth.
  3. Add the diced chicken, thawed peas, chopped red onion, and cooled pasta to the bowl. Fold gently until everything is coated in the glossy dressing.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Ensure pasta is completely dry before mixing to prevent a watery dressing.
Use rotisserie chicken to save time on busy weeknights.