CHICKEN PASTA SALAD W/ DIJON VINAIGRETTE

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This recipe will help keep you cool and satisfied in any weather. This is simple and you and your family will enjoy this because the add ins are up to your family preferences. This recipe inspiration is from General Mills and is a family pleaser at our house, I especially like the dressing.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

SALAD FIXIN'S: QUICK AND EASY
1 lb rotini pasta
1 1/2 c rotisserie chicken, cut in bite size pieces
3/4 c cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 c celery, chopped
1 small can mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 c fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
DIJON VINAIGRETTE: (MAKES 4 CUPS-USE AS NEEDED-REFRIGERATE REMAINING FOR ANOTHER TIME)
2 clove garlic
1/4 c fresh parsley sprigs, packed
1/4 c fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
1 c dijon mustard
1 c balsamic vinegar
2 c tomato juice
2 Tbsp honey

Steps:

  • 1. Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package direction- cooking to al dente stage only about 7-8 minutes after boiling.Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. Set aside.
  • 2. Dijon Dressing: Drop garlic into food processor or blender while blender is running, add fresh herbs and process until finely chopped. Add the remaining ingredients and mix only until blended. Chill. This makes 4 cups and it will keep in the refrigerator for a week. 7 calories per Tablespoon
  • 3. Salad assembly: In a large bowl, add 1/2 cup of the dressing; next add the pasta and remaining ingredients; toss to combine. Serve immediately, or refrigerate. Makes 4 servings of 1 1/2 cups each.

Zuhaib Ali
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Billy Garrison
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


albert codmobile
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Tahir Jameel
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the Dijon vinaigrette dressing is delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Md. sadika
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Sk Amar
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This salad is delicious! The Dijon vinaigrette dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Pinky Pinks
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty of leftovers.


Kaden Yg
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on Sunday and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Umerfarooq Sahukhan
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Trang Pham
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Mathan Kumar
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Timeyin Madamedon
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the Dijon vinaigrette dressing is delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Seth Laryea
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


samson abraham
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This salad is delicious! The Dijon vinaigrette dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Subu Khan
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty of leftovers.


Deng Makuer
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I like to make it on Sunday and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Melva Burton
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of the chicken, pasta, and vegetables.


Ak Marri
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Rajdip Kumar
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the Dijon mustard to the dressing. It gave the salad a nice tangy flavor.


ssemmambo adrian
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This chicken pasta salad is a perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of the tender chicken, the al dente pasta, and the crisp vegetables. The Dijon vinaigrette dressing is also delicious and really