PARTY CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD

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Blend an Asian-influenced dressing to accent a spectacular mix of fresh vegetables, fruits, and tender chicken.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups uncooked rotini pasta (16 oz)
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
12 oz fresh snow pea pods, trimmed, halved crosswise
2 cups seedless red and/or green grapes, halved
1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits in unsweetened juice, drained, reserving liquid
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted if desired
6 to 8 leaves leaf lettuce
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons reserved pineapple liquid
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix remaining salad ingredients except almonds and lettuce. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  • Add pasta and 1/2 cup of the almonds to salad; stir gently to mix. Add dressing; toss to coat. Line serving bowl or platter with lettuce. Spoon salad over lettuce. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 5 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

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This salad is a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Joe Woodard
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Bobby Leadford
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I love the creamy dressing on this salad. It's so flavorful and it pairs perfectly with the chicken and pasta.


Hekmat Showra
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Jonayd Boss
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Siyabonga Msomi
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add different vegetables, cheeses, and nuts to suit my taste.


Kamal Rajbanshi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy dressing and the colorful pasta.


Sam Salehi
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit. I love that I can change up the ingredients to suit my taste.


Thando Nkuna
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Sumi Dol
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Wasid ur Rehnan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.


Gifty Asantewaa
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


WAKKOGAMES
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This is the best chicken and pasta salad I've ever had! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful and the chicken is perfectly cooked.


Hassan Darein
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Kareem Aljasem
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is light and flavorful and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


Shz Ktn
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken and pasta salad. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make.


Kahiel Hastings
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! I loved the combination of flavors and the dressing was perfect.


Imran Majeed
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This chicken and pasta salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


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