Best 7 Chicken Pasta Salad With Creamy Lemon Dressing Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable and refreshing dish to enjoy during the warm summer months? Look no further than the tantalizing chicken pasta salad with a creamy lemon dressing! This flavor-packed salad combines perfectly cooked chicken, tender pasta, an array of colorful vegetables, and a delectable creamy lemon dressing that ties all the elements together. It's a delectable blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds singing. Whether you're planning a summer barbecue or simply seeking a light and satisfying lunch or dinner, this chicken pasta salad is sure to become a new favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON-CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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Fresh lemon, pea pods and almonds give this 30-minute salad its pizzazz.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® ranch & bacon pasta salad mix
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups snow pea pods, strings removed, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Leaf lettuce, if desired

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  • In large bowl, stir together seasoning mix, mayonnaise, lemon peel and lemon juice. Stir in chicken, pea pods and almonds. Serve on lettuce leaves. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 800, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 9, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON DRESSING



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Whip up a yummy chicken and pasta salad dressed with a Greek yogurt lemon-poppy seed combo.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 containers (6 oz each) Greek Fat Free honey vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons poppy seed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 cups uncooked penne or rotini pasta
2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted *

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients using wire whisk until well blended. Cover; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In large bowl, mix cooked pasta, chicken, spinach, grapes and celery. Stir dressing; pour over salad and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate at least one hour before serving. Stir in almonds, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD



Creamy Chicken and Pasta Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
8 ounces tubetti or other small tube-shaped pasta
1 1/4 cups 2% percent Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 rotisserie chicken
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 Kirby cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and chopped
Freshly ground pepper
8 cups mesclun greens

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, 1/4 cup water, the vinegar, mustard, dill, chives and 2 teaspoons salt in a medium bowl. Remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat into large pieces. Add the chicken, celery and cucumber to the dressing and gently stir to combine.
  • Shake the excess water from the pasta and add it to the chicken salad. Season with pepper and toss. Serve over the greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672, Fat 32 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 114 milligrams, Sodium 1724 milligrams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 44 grams

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD IN CREAMY CURRY DRESSING



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I could eat a gallon of this at least once a week! What a delicious change from the ordinary chicken pasta salad. From Gourmet Magazine, July 1990.

Provided by anovamom

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 lb rotelle pasta or 1/4 lb other spiral-shaped pasta, cooked and drained
3/4 lb cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
5 cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 scallions, sliced thin
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil leaf
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
dried red pepper flakes, to taste
2 tablespoons mango chutney (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the pasta, chicken, tomatoes, scallions, and basil. Set aside.
  • In a skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until the garlic is softened.
  • Add the cream and cook the mixture, whisking until slightly thickened.
  • Whisk in the vinegar, curry powder, red pepper flakes, and chutney.
  • Add the dressing to the pasta mixture, tossing to combine well.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.9, Fat 32.4, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 198.9, Sodium 141.2, Carbohydrate 84.2, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 59.7

CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN PASTA



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A delicious blend of sauteed chicken and light, but creamy, lemon sauce and pasta, baked til the top is crispy and lightly browned. Asparagus or broccoli is a great addition to this dish. Serve topped with a little extra lemon juice if desired.

Provided by EmmLee

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup dry white wine
3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 lemon, zested and juiced, divided
½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream
2 cups chicken stock, or more as needed
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish or 9x13-inch pan.
  • Slice or cube chicken and season lightly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Drain, cover, and set aside.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add wine and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and lemon juice and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Don't allow garlic to brown.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add cream cheese, stirring until melted and blended. Add flour to sour cream, mix well, and stir into the pan. Add chicken stock, parsley, thyme, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer until slightly thickened. Add more stock if sauce is too thick. Remove from heat.
  • Add 1/2 cup Parmesan and lemon zest, stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add partially cooked farfalle and blend well. Pour into the prepared baking or casserole pan and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CHICKEN BACON RANCH SALAD



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I always seem to have leftover cooked chicken. This simple, tasty salad is a great use of your leftover chicken, either white meat, dark meat, or a combination! Romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, avocado, and cherry tomatoes combine with ranch dressing, and everything is topped off with crunchy bacon. Use purchased ranch salad dressing, or stir up one of the buttermilk dressing recipes on the site. Enjoy for a hearty lunch with some crackers, or for dinner, with a crusty bread. This recipe is proportioned for one person, but it's easy to double or triple for your needs.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Chicken Salad

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 leaves romaine lettuce
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
½ cup chopped cooked chicken
½ cup chopped avocado
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons prepared ranch dressing
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Line a salad plate with small Romaine lettuce leaves.
  • Combine chopped romaine, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add ranch dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
  • Serve salad on the prepared plate and top with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fat 48.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 910.6 mg

MANDARIN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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I had this at a party and couldn't get it off my mind. It's a fruity Asian chicken salad that even my family's picky eaters enjoy. I bake my own chicken for more flavor, which adds to the prep time, but pre-cooked or canned chicken will also work just fine.

Provided by KATRINP

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 53m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon finely chopped, peeled fresh ginger
⅓ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup orange juice
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 (8 ounce) package bow tie (farfalle) pasta
½ cucumber - scored, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
½ cup diced red bell pepper
½ cup coarsely chopped red onion
2 diced Roma tomatoes
1 carrot, shredded
1 (6 ounce) bag fresh spinach
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
2 cups diced cooked chicken
½ cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk together the ginger root, rice vinegar, orange juice, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soup mix, sugar, and garlic until well blended. Cover, and refrigerate until needed.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain, and rinse under cold water. Place pasta in a large bowl.
  • To make the salad, toss the cucumber, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, carrot, spinach, mandarin oranges, chicken, and almonds with the pasta. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture, and toss again to coat evenly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 357.7 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your salad. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp celery, and tender chicken.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10 minutes per side.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing. You don't want the salad to be too heavy or greasy. Start with a small amount of dressing and add more to taste.
  • Let the salad chill before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become more refreshing.
  • Serve the salad with a variety of toppings. This will allow your guests to customize their salads to their liking. Some popular toppings include crumbled bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

Chicken pasta salad with creamy lemon dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adding different toppings and dressing. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.

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