CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD

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My family loves pasta salads, but usually they have too much mayonnaise or oily dressing. Using hummus gives this dish a great taste and texture, while also increasing its nutritional profile. Adding chicken (store-bought rotisserie chicken works well), makes this pasta salad a complete meal. -Jenny Lynch, Rock Island, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini
1/2 cup hummus
3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water., Combine hummus, salad dressing, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add pasta; toss to coat. Stir in spinach, chicken, tomatoes and olives. Sprinkle with feta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Cathy Kattil
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The chicken, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes are a perfect match.


Samwel Chacha
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and spinach.


Emma Mccall
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. It's a great dish to share with friends and family.


Eamin Ahmed
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


gs Sandal
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I love that this pasta salad is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Phares Olango
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Umair Official
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I made this pasta salad with gluten-free pasta and it turned out great! It's a delicious and healthy meal that everyone can enjoy.


Pule Phaka
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Alexia Mae
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The chicken, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes are a perfect match.


Ssali Musa
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and spinach.


Amna Shehzadi
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. It's a great dish to share with friends and family.


Musiinguzi Abubakari
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Kelebogile Mogale
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I love that this pasta salad is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Abdullah Alif
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Abba M Usman
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I made this pasta salad with gluten-free pasta and it turned out great! It's a delicious and healthy meal that everyone can enjoy.


Mis Lima
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Mary Irwin
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The chicken, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes are a perfect match.


akram hasan
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rabnidar Rabnidar123
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


TheRealest InMusic
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and spinach. It's also a delicious and refreshing meal on a hot summer day.