Best 4 Chicken Cherry Pasta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing chicken cherry pasta salad, a delightful blend of succulent chicken, sweet cherries, tender pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a tangy dressing. This vibrant salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, making it an ideal dish for a light lunch, a refreshing dinner, or a delightful side dish at your next gathering.

Alongside the main chicken cherry pasta salad recipe, this article also features a collection of equally enticing recipes to satisfy your culinary cravings. Discover the zesty lemon garlic shrimp pasta salad, a delectable combination of juicy shrimp, aromatic lemon, and pungent garlic, all tossed in a light and flavorful dressing. For a vegetarian delight, try the vibrant roasted vegetable pasta salad, featuring an array of colorful roasted vegetables, tossed with tender pasta and a tangy dressing.

If you're seeking a hearty and protein-packed option, the Greek tortellini salad is sure to impress. This flavorful salad combines succulent tortellini, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, inspired by the vibrant flavors of Greece. And for a unique twist, the Asian noodle salad offers a delightful blend of rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savory Asian-inspired dressing.

With its diverse selection of recipes, this article caters to various dietary preferences and flavor profiles. Whether you're a meat lover, a vegetarian, or simply seeking a refreshing and flavorful salad, you'll find a recipe here to tantalize your taste buds and make your next meal a memorable one.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN, CUCUMBER, CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1/2 pound penne
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to the package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Combine the garlic, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 3 minutes; let cool. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Add the chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and feta to the pasta. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours.

CHERRY CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Cherry Chicken Pasta Salad image

A delightfully different chicken salad.

Provided by MN Nice

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound rotini pasta
2 cups diced cooked chicken, or more to taste
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup diced celery
1 cup toasted almonds
2 cups mayonnaise
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Combine chicken, cherries, celery, almonds, and pasta together in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, confectioners' sugar, water, vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; fold dressing into chicken-pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 412.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

CHERRY-CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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The Women in Mission group at my church always receives compliments for this sweet and savory salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
3-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup dried cherries
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, onions and cherries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, mustard, pepper and tarragon. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 32g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHICKEN CHERRY PASTA SALAD



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Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients:
1 (16 oz.) box rigatoni pasta
1 lb. cooked chicken, diced
1 package (9 oz.) dried cherries
3/4 cup finely chopped red or yellow onion
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup light sour cream
4 tbsp stone ground mustard
1/8 cup baker's sugar
salt & pepper, to taste
chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. In large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, cherries, onion and celery. In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper until thoroughly combined. Stir salad dressing into salad ingredients. If dressing is too thick, thin with milk or water.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe cherries. Look for cherries that are plump and have a deep red color.
  • If you don't have any fresh cherries, you can use frozen cherries. Just thaw them before using.
  • You can use any type of pasta you like for this salad. Short pastas, like penne or rotini, work well. You can also use long pastas, like spaghetti or linguine.
  • To make the dressing, you can use either olive oil or mayonnaise. If you use mayonnaise, be sure to use a light mayonnaise so that the dressing doesn't become too heavy.
  • You can add other ingredients to this salad to your liking, such as chopped red onion, chopped celery, or crumbled feta cheese.

Conclusion:

This chicken cherry pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of sweet cherries, savory chicken, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this chicken cherry pasta salad a try.

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