INGREDIENTS
12 oz
rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions (I used tri-color rotini)
2 tbsp
olive oil for sauce + 1 tablespoon for cooking chicken
2
tablespoons lemon juice
2 tbsp
apple cider vinegar
2
tablespoons honey
1
tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 tsp
lemon zest
1/2 tsp
salt, or to taste
1/2 tsp
pepper, or to taste
1/4 tsp
cayenne pepper, optional and to taste
about 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces and seasoned with salt and pepper
1 cup
Roma tomatoes, diced (cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced in half, or your favorite tomatoes may be substituted)
1
cup fresh basil leaves (laid loosely in measuring cup), sliced thinly
1 cup
cucumber, peeled and diced
1/2 cup
grated parmesan cheese, or more if desired