Best 4 Cherry Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

When a bright and cheerful salad is what you crave, cherry chicken pasta salad delivers with a delightful burst of flavor. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch option or a side dish for your next barbecue, this recipe is the perfect fit. With tender chicken, sweet cherries, and colorful vegetables, all tossed in a creamy and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to impress.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN, CUCUMBER, CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA

Pasta Salad with Chicken, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes and Feta image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Kosher salt
1/2 pound penne
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to the package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
Meanwhile, make the dressing: Combine the garlic, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 3 minutes; let cool. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and feta to the pasta. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours.

CHERRY CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Cherry Chicken Pasta Salad image

A delightfully different chicken salad.

Provided by MN Nice

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound rotini pasta
2 cups diced cooked chicken, or more to taste
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup diced celery
1 cup toasted almonds
2 cups mayonnaise
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons cold water
1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain and rinse under cold water.
Combine chicken, cherries, celery, almonds, and pasta together in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, confectioners' sugar, water, vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; fold dressing into chicken-pasta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 412.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

CHERRY-CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Cherry-Chicken Pasta Salad image

The Women in Mission group at my church always receives compliments for this sweet and savory salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
3-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 celery ribs, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
3/4 cup dried cherries
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash dried tarragon

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, onions and cherries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, mustard, pepper and tarragon. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 32g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHICKEN CHERRY PASTA SALAD

CHICKEN CHERRY PASTA SALAD image

Categories Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Ingredients:
1 (16 oz.) box rigatoni pasta
1 lb. cooked chicken, diced
1 package (9 oz.) dried cherries
3/4 cup finely chopped red or yellow onion
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup light sour cream
4 tbsp stone ground mustard
1/8 cup baker's sugar
salt & pepper, to taste
chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

Prepare pasta according to package directions. In large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, cherries, onion and celery. In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper until thoroughly combined. Stir salad dressing into salad ingredients. If dressing is too thick, thin with milk or water.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. You can also use frozen cherries, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken instead. Just shred it before adding it to the salad.
Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as chopped celery, red onion, or cucumber.
For a lighter dressing, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
If you're making the salad ahead of time, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors meld together.

Conclusion:

Cherry chicken pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful salad, give cherry chicken pasta salad a try.