FRUITED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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"This easy, 5-ingredient recipe makes a nice alternative to potato salad for a summer side dish." It's also refreshing, colorful and a great way to use up leftover chicken. Enjoy! Bridget Francoeur - Adrian, MI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup halved green grapes
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, oranges and grapes. Drain and rinse pasta with cold water; add to chicken mixture. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.Easy Asian Noodles: Substitute 8 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti for bow tie pasta, adding a 10-ounce package of julienned carrots and 1/2 pound sugar snap peas during last minute of cooking. Drain; add chicken, oranges and 1/2 cup stir-fry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tahir chaudhary
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I love this salad because it's so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste preferences.


ilyas Belhaoues
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This is the perfect salad for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and the fruit adds a nice sweetness.


AZAD Hamd
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I usually make a double batch because it goes so quickly.


Kaikara Fatuma
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The fruit adds a nice sweetness, and the chicken and dressing add a savory flavor.


Sanu Budha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a little bit of chopped bacon for extra flavor.


Razzak Khosa1999
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I've been making this salad for years, and it's always a favorite at potlucks and picnics. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Leo Zhukov
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love the sweet fruit, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


ROK.Star. Shuvo
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I'm not a big fan of fruit in salads, but this recipe changed my mind! The fruit adds a nice sweetness and crunch that really complements the chicken and dressing.


Selina Masengwe
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This salad is so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day. I love the combination of fruit and chicken, and the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Nehal Ahmedz Ayan
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Pak 1419
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This is a delicious and easy summer salad. The fruit adds a nice sweetness to the salad, and the dressing is light and flavorful.


Isabella Boss
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit! I love the combination of sweet and savory, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Robert Quinn
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a little bit of chopped celery and red onion for extra crunch.


Mahmoud Kamal
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This was my first time making this salad, and it turned out great! I used a rotisserie chicken to save time, and the salad was still very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Shameem Fuj
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little extra fruit and nuts for a more colorful and flavorful salad.


Sharen Schoeman
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This fruited chicken pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer potlucks and picnics. The combination of sweet fruit, savory chicken, and tangy dressing is a winning combination that everyone will love.