Best 3 Poultry And Pasta With Pears Cranberries And Walnuts Recipes

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Take a fascinating culinary journey with our delectable Poultry and Pasta with Pears, Cranberries, and Walnuts dish, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful recipe blends succulent poultry, tender pasta, and a captivating medley of sweet pears, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through each step of this tantalizing dish, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. From the savory aroma of roasted poultry to the sweet and tangy burst of pears and cranberries, this dish promises an unforgettable dining experience. Get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the best of both worlds - the hearty satisfaction of poultry and pasta with the vibrant freshness of fruits and nuts.

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CRANBERRY PEAR SALAD



Cranberry Pear Salad image

This delicious salad works well as a side or on its own. Especially good in fall and winter months when fresh summer salad fare is harder to come by.

Provided by ChrissyCoole

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 pears, thinly sliced
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted pecans
¾ cup cubed Havarti cheese
½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Combine greens, pears, cranberries, pecans, and Havarti cheese in a large bowl. Pour balsamic vinegar dressing over salad and toss. Garnish with almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 49.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

CHICKEN, CRANBERRY, AND PEAR SPINACH SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken, Cranberry, And Pear Spinach Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, salt, ground black pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast, salt, ground black pepper, paprika, olive oil, pear, baby spinach, dried cranberry, toasted unsalted walnut

Provided by Greg Perez

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) pieces
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pear, sliced
2 cups baby spinach
1 tablespoon dried cranberry
2 tablespoons toasted unsalted walnut, chopped

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • On a cutting board, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the sliced pear, spinach, cranberries, walnuts, and cooked chicken, and dress with the vinaigrette.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 993 calories, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 70 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 23 grams

POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad image

My boyfriend is not a fan of pasta salads and he couldn't get enough of it! You can omit the pasta and place salad on sandwich roll or bread for a yummy chicken salad sandwich.

Provided by lee jean

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fusilli (spiral) pasta
1 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
6 tablespoons chopped onion
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup slivered almonds
½ cup poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 12 minutes; drain, rinse in cold water, and drain again.
  • Toss pasta, chicken, onion, cranberries, celery, and almonds together in a salad bowl; drizzle with poppy seed dressing and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 162.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe pears and cranberries.
  • If you don't have any walnuts, you can substitute pecans or almonds.
  • You can use any type of pasta you like for this recipe, but short pastas like penne or rotini work well.
  • If you're short on time, you can cook the chicken and pasta separately. Just be sure to add the chicken to the pasta sauce at the end of cooking.
  • Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This poultry and pasta dish with pears, cranberries, and walnuts is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. And best of all, it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.

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