CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH ORANGES

Chicken Pasta Salad with Oranges image

Served warm, this satisfying salad combines pasta, chicken, lettuce, mandarin oranges and romaine and is tossed with a slightly tart dressing. From Coos Bay, Oregon, Diane Conrad comments, "My daughter-in-law gave me a basic dressing recipe, and I adapted it to suit our tastes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
4 cups cooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained

Steps:

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, 1-1/2 teaspoons oil, sugar and garlic; shake well and set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, peppers and mushrooms, in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil until tender. Remove and keep warm. In same skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until juices run clear; drain., In a large bowl, combine the pasta, lettuce, oranges, olives, onion mixture and chicken. Pour dressing over lettuce mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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Ishaq writes

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I've been making this pasta salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chicken, oranges, and celery is so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is also very easy to make and adds the perfect finishing touch. I highly recomme

Samuel Guevara

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Yum!

Jennifer Muller

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This pasta salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of chicken, oranges, and pasta is unique and refreshing, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I also love that this salad can be made ahead of time, which is always a plus. I highly rec

kk splatt

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So easy to make!

tesfanesh kifle

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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to prepare chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the combination of oranges, celery, and onion was a delightful surprise. The dressing was also very flavor

Ioane Gvelesiani

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Will definitely make again!

Anis Malik

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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of chicken, oranges, and pasta, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The flavors work together perfectly. The chicken is juicy and tender, the oranges are sweet and tangy, and the pasta is cooked al dente.

Sujal Rajput

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Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Donald mambo Jack jambo

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I'm always looking for new and easy pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's so simple to make, and the results are amazing. The chicken is cooked perfectly, and the oranges add a lovely sweetness to the dish. I also love the

Khudrgzi

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5 stars!

Asfak Asfak

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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! The combination of chicken, oranges, and pasta is so unique and flavorful. I also love the addition of the celery and onion, which give the salad a nice crunch. This is definitely a recipe I'll be