Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad

By TrayH

I love all the colors and flavors of this quick and easy dish and serve it often in summer. Everyone loves it! Leftover grilled shrimp makes a tasty substitution.

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
• 4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 2 cups chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Details

Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

* Cook pasta according to package directions.

* Drain and rinse in cold water; transfer to a large bowl.

* Add the chicken, tomatoes, onion, bacon and Gorgonzola cheese.

* In a small bowl, whisk the oil, basil, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt and pepper.

* Drizzle over salad and toss to coat; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.