Savour spring with this simple, zesty chicken pasta salad

With the arrival of the eagerly awaited spring, temperatures are rising, heralding the arrival of the season's first vegetables and fruits at the market stalls. In these longer days, no one wants to be bogged down with cleaning or cooking for too long. Struggling for dinner ideas? Try this simple pasta salad, a perfect choice for the warmer days. It’s simply irresistible.

Modern life is relentless, with the hustle and bustle of work, looking after the family, and keeping up with household duties. When springtime brings temperatures soaring above 20 degrees Celsius, all we want to do is savour the great outdoors, not be chained to the kitchen.

In search of a quick dinner that'll please everyone? This express pasta salad with chicken is a perfect choice. Odds are, you've got most of what's needed already. The essentials are pasta, chicken breast, corn, and bell pepper. The dish is tied with a unique curry sauce, elevating the flavour profile.

This salad is remarkably simple and light yet filling. It's an excellent option for a quick dinner, a lunch to take to work, or even a dish to bring to a gathering. It's a breeze to prepare. Just boil the pasta, and while that's happening, pan-fry some chicken. You'll be tucking into a tasty and nutritious meal in about fifteen minutes.

Ingredients:

• a large chicken breast,
• 200g of small pasta (e.g., penne, bow ties),
• 1 bell pepper,
• 1 can of canned corn,
• 5 slices of pineapple (fresh or from a can),
• salt,
• pepper,
• oil,
• 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt,
• 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise,
• 1 teaspoon of curry powder,
• optionally: chives, smoked paprika, cheese pieces, red onion.

Preparation:

1. Start by boiling water for the pasta. Add half a teaspoon of salt to it. Once boiling, add the pasta.
2. Meanwhile, prepare the chicken. Wash it, pat it dry, and cut it into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper before frying it in a bit of oil.
3. Once the pasta is done, drain and place it in a large bowl. Add the chicken, diced bell pepper, pineapple, and drained corn.
4. Next, make the sauce. Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, and curry powder. Add salt and pepper to taste if needed.
5. Drizzle the sauce over the ingredients in the bowl and mix well. Serve fresh for the best taste.