Best 5 Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad Pampered Chef Recipes

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If you're looking for a quick and easy way to whip up a flavorful and satisfying meal, look no further than this easy-to-follow recipe for Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad, brought to you by Pampered Chef. This delightful dish combines the tangy sweetness of mandarin oranges with succulent chicken, tender pasta, and a creamy, zesty dressing, resulting in a well-balanced salad that's perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a main course.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad is a tasty spin on a classic deli side! Pasta, chicken, mandarin oranges, and veggies with a tangy sweet orange vinaigrette.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
8 ounces rotini pasta (, cooked and drained)
1 cup cucumber (, peeled, seeded, and cubed)
1 red bell pepper (, diced)
1/4 red onion (, minced)
1 medium carrot (, shredded)
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
2 cups chicken breast (, cooked and diced)
11 ounce can mandarin orange segments (, drained)
½ cup sliced almonds (, toasted)

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk together rice vinegar, orange juice, vegetable oil, sesame oil, sugar, ground ginger, garlic powder and onion powder until smooth.
  • In a large bowl add the pasta, cucumber, red bell pepper, onion, carrot, garlic and chicken.
  • Toss well with the dressing until well coated.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
  • Garnish with mandarin oranges and sliced almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 73 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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

MANDARIN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD - PAMPERED CHEF



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Make and share this Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad - Pampered Chef recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tee Lee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon fresh gingerroot, peeled and finely minced
1/3 cup rice vinegar or 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
2 teaspoons sugar
1 garlic clove, finely minced
8 ounces dry bow tie pasta
1/2 cucumber, scored, seeded and sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup red onion, coarsely chopped
1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
2 cups cooked chicken, diced
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • For dressing combine gingerroot, vinegar, orange juice, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soup mix, sugar and garlic; whisk until well blended.
  • For salad, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Place pasta in a large serving bowl.
  • While pasta is cooking, slice cucumber, dice bell pepper , and chop onion.
  • Add cucumber, bell pepper, onion, spinach, mandarin oranges, chicken and almonds to pasta.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss well and serve immediately.

MANDARIN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad image

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     Tomato Pasta Salad

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

MANDARIN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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I wanted something for lunch one day and nothing sounded good. I searched the cabinets and finally decided to make something up with things I had. It was a huge hit. I have taken it to several luncheons and served it at showers, etc.

Provided by LivelyDeb

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large chicken breasts
8 ounces orecchiette (or similar pasta)
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges (drained)
1 cup red seedless grapes
1/2 cup pecans (chopped)
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Cook chicken until tender. (I cook mine in a pressure saucepan). When cool, remove skin, debone and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions to al dente. Rinse in cold water. Drain well.
  • Add chicken to pasta. Stir in grapes and pecans.
  • Mix together dressing ingredients, blending well. Toss with chicken and pasta mixture.
  • Gently fold in mandarin orange sections.
  • Chill at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 290.9, Carbohydrate 81.8, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 27.3, Protein 27.1

Tips:

  • When selecting a pasta for this salad, choose one that is sturdy and will hold up well to being tossed with the dressing. Short pastas, such as penne, rotini, and farfalle, are all good choices.
  • If you don't have any mandarin oranges on hand, you can substitute another type of citrus fruit, such as oranges, grapefruit, or tangerines.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use grilled or roasted chicken. You can also use leftover chicken from a rotisserie chicken.
  • To add a bit of crunch to the salad, add some chopped almonds, walnuts, or pecans.
  • If you're looking for a lighter salad, use a light mayonnaise or yogurt-based dressing.

Conclusion:

Mandarin chicken pasta salad is a delicious, refreshing, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's also a great dish to take to a potluck or picnic. With its combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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