Best 7 Lemon Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

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Lemon chicken pasta salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer. It is made with cooked chicken, pasta, vegetables, and a tangy lemon dressing. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make lemon chicken pasta salad recipe, you have come to the right place. This article will provide you with everything you need to know to make this dish at home.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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The sweetness of the dressing and cranberries along with the savory of the onions and celery, makes this a wonderfully refreshing salad. Great to take along to picnics or potlucks.

Provided by Danyell

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 ½ cups cubed cooked chicken
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
4 green onions, chopped
1 ½ cups creamy poppy seed salad dressing
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water until the pasta is cold; drain well.
  • Place the drained penne pasta into a large mixing bowl, and stir in the chicken, celery, cranberries, and green onions. Pour in the salad dressing and lemon juice; stir until evenly mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 231.4 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

DILL LEMON CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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This recipe serves fifty people! Cooked chicken breast and lemon penne pasta tossed with a creamy buttermilk and dill mixture. A simple and scrumptious solution for those large gatherings with fifty of your closest friends!

Provided by Cobra

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 7

20 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
3 stalks celery, chopped
5 pounds lemon penne pasta
12 cups mayonnaise
1 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
4 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, celery and pasta and toss together. In a separate large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and dill weed and mix well, then stir in buttermilk.
  • Add lemon dill mixture to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover bowl, chill for 20 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 885.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Fat 56.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 56.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 437.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

LEMON-BASIL CHICKEN-PASTA SALAD



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Make a chicken pasta salad for dinner tonight. A homemade dressing with garlic, basil and Parm makes it delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 teaspoon salt (for cooking pasta), if desired
2 cups uncooked rotini or rotelle (spiral) pasta (6 oz)
10 asparagus stalks (about 8 oz)
1 clove garlic or 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
5 oz cooked chicken or turkey
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Fill a 4-quart Dutch oven about half full of water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if desired. Cover with lid; heat over high heat until water is boiling rapidly. Add the pasta. Heat to boiling again. Boil uncovered 9 to 11 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not mushy. While water is heating and pasta is cooking, continue with recipe.
  • Break off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus stalks where they snap easily; wash asparagus. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces to measure 2 cups. Add asparagus to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking.
  • Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes to measure about 2 cups. Tear the basil leaves lengthwise into narrow strips.
  • Place strainer or colander in the sink. Pour pasta and asparagus in the strainer to drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In a large glass or plastic bowl, toss pasta, asparagus and chicken. Stir in garlic, basil, cheese, oil and lemon peel. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

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 LEMON-KISSED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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Categories     Pasta

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Dressing:
1 cup lemon low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
Pasta Salad:
2 to 2½ cups (4 ounces) uncooked bow-tie pasta
1 can (10 ounces) premium chunk breast of chicken, drained and flaked
1 can (8 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/2 cup sliced celery

Steps:

  • Preparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 20 minutes Preparation: For the Dressing: Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and poppy seeds in a small mixing bowl; mix well. For the Pasta Salad: Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Combine the pasta, chicken, mandarin oranges, green onion, and celery in a large bowl. Add the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until time to serve. Servings: 4 Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 330; Total fat 9g; Saturated fat 2.5g; Cholesterol 40mg; Sodium 460mg; Carbohydrate 37g; Fiber 2g; Protein 26g; Vitamin A 20%DV*; Vitamin C 40%DV; Calcium 15%DV; Iron 15%DV; Folate 21%DV; Potassium 12%DV * Daily Value

LEMON-CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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

Provided 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

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest.
  • If you don't have cooked chicken, you can boil or bake some chicken breasts and shred them.
  • You can use any type of pasta you like for this salad. Some good options include penne, rotini, or fusilli.
  • If you don't have cherry tomatoes, you can use chopped regular tomatoes.
  • You can add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or zucchini.
  • If you're looking for a more creamy salad, you can add some mayonnaise or sour cream to the dressing.
  • This salad is best served chilled. You can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lemon chicken pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any casual gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and delicious meal, give this lemon chicken pasta salad a try!

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