Best 2 Dijon Chicken And Pasta Salad Recipes

When it comes to flavorful and refreshing summer meals, Dijon chicken and pasta salad stands out as a delightful option. With its tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a tangy Dijon mustard dressing, this salad hits all the right notes. The combination of Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, herbs, and spices creates a dressing that perfectly complements the grilled chicken and al dente pasta. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a satisfying dinner, or a dish to share at a potluck, Dijon chicken and pasta salad is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND BACON PASTA SALAD WITH MAILLE® DIJON ORIGINALE MUSTARD

Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad with Maille® Dijon Originale Mustard image

This hearty pasta salad combines chicken, bacon and onions, with Dijon mustard and olive oil for a flavorful side dish or picnic-ready main course.

Provided by Maille

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Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 skinless chicken breast fillets
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 slices thin sliced bacon, rinded and chopped
8 ounces fusilli (or other ridged pasta shape)
Olive oil for drizzling
8 onions, trimmed and sliced on the slant
3 tablespoons Maille® Dijon Originale mustard
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat parsley

Steps:

Heat griddle to smoking. Rub chicken breasts with oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on griddle and cook on both sides until chicken is cooked through.
At the same time, fry bacon pieces in a non-stick pan. Drain on paper towel. Cook pasta in lightly salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and drizzle with olive oil.
Transfer all to a large bowl with sliced onions and mix Maille® Dijon Originale mustard into salad.
Season. Toss lightly. Serve in bowls sprinkled with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.1 calories, Carbohydrate 85.7 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 645.7 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

DIJON CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD

Dijon Chicken and Pasta Salad image

Five ingredients and 20 minutes are all you need to put together this super main-dish salad!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 package Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
Stir together Seasoning mix, oil, water and mustard in large bowl. Stir in pasta-vegetable mixture. Stir in chicken. Toss with Parmesan Topping. Refrigerate any remaining salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1150 mg

Tips:

For a quick and easy meal, use precooked chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken.
If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can substitute yellow mustard or honey mustard.
To make the salad more flavorful, marinate the chicken in the Dijon mustard dressing for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
If you want a crispy chicken, cook it over medium-high heat until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Be sure to cook the pasta al dente, so that it still has a bit of a bite to it.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped celery, red onion, or bell pepper.
For a more decadent salad, add some crumbled bacon or grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Dijon chicken and pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the pasta is cooked perfectly al dente, and the Dijon mustard dressing is tangy and creamy. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.