Best 12 Orange Chicken And Pasta Salad Recipes

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Orange chicken and pasta salad is a delectable dish combining the sweet and tangy flavors of orange chicken with the refreshing lightness of a pasta salad. This dish makes for an excellent meal that can be enjoyed on warm summer days as a light lunch or as a main course with the addition of some grilled vegetables or a side salad. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish creates a truly unique and satisfying experience that will surely tantalize the taste buds of anyone who tries it.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH ORANGES



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Served warm, this satisfying salad combines pasta, chicken, lettuce, mandarin oranges and romaine and is tossed with a slightly tart dressing. From Coos Bay, Oregon, Diane Conrad comments, "My daughter-in-law gave me a basic dressing recipe, and I adapted it to suit our tastes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
4 cups cooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (6 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, 1-1/2 teaspoons oil, sugar and garlic; shake well and set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, saute the onion, peppers and mushrooms, in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil until tender. Remove and keep warm. In same skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until juices run clear; drain., In a large bowl, combine the pasta, lettuce, oranges, olives, onion mixture and chicken. Pour dressing over lettuce mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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Dining alone? Try this colorful salad from Mary Lewis of Norman, Oklahoma. Refreshing mandarin oranges and a creamy citrus dressing complement tender cubes of chicken, pasta spirals, veggies and sliced red grapes. Truly, it's an entree in itself!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup uncooked spiral pasta
1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup mandarin oranges
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup halved seedless red grapes
1 green onion, sliced
ORANGE VINAIGRETTE:
3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a small bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, oranges, cucumber, grapes and onion. , In another bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

CHICKEN PASTA SALAD A L'ORANGE



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I got this recipe from an old cookbook just after I was married 25 years ago. All of my six kids like it-even those who don't usually eat salad! -Ann Berger, Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup cubed avocado

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, celery, oranges and olives. , For dressing, in a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice concentrate, vinegar, sugar, salt and mustard. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. , For each serving, spoon 1-1/3 cups pasta mixture over 1 cup of greens; top with about 1 tablespoon avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD



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This is my favorite picnic salad, I just love the orange and the chicken together with the pasta. Even my kids eat this salad, but who can blame its absolutely scrumptious!!and easy!!!

Provided by Erica_Hildebrand

Categories     Poultry

Time 15m

Yield 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 cups of cooked and cooled shell pasta
3 medium chicken breasts, cook,cooled and diced
1 1/4 cups red grapes or 1 1/4 cups seedless grapes, cut in half
1 large English cucumber, cut into bite size pieces
6 scallions, sliced
4 navel oranges, peeled and sectioned with a knife
1 head lettuce, chopped finely
1 grated carrot
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3/4 cup orange juice concentrate
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl combne all of the salad ingredients.
  • Pour vinaigrette over the top and mix lightly.
  • Serve.

LITTLE NANCY'S PASTA SALAD WITH FRUIT AND CHICKEN



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This chicken pasta salad recipe with fruit delivers a delightful blend of interesting tastes, including nuts, grapes, and oranges. Sprinkle with extra cashews, mint leaves, and cinnamon before serving, if desired.

Provided by Nancyr

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
1 pound cooked chicken, diced
1 pound seedless red grapes, halved
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced horizontally
2 (8 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained and liquid reserved
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1 cup chopped cashews
1 sprig fresh mint leaves, chopped, or to taste
1 pinch cinnamon, or to taste
2 (8 ounce) containers mandarin orange-flavored whipped yogurt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules

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.
  • Combine cooked pasta, chicken, grapes, celery, oranges, water chestnuts, cashews, mint leaves, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, and chicken bouillon for dressing together in a bowl until well blended. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss lightly until all ingredients are coated. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 36.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 473.9 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

HONEY-ORANGE CHICKEN AND PASTA



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This dish is elegant enough for company and tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen. With five children to keep up with, I look for recipes that are easy to prepare. They love this chicken and pasta meal, with its honey orange sauce. I use citrus fruits and juices often in cooking since citrus is plentiful here in Southern California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, halved
Hot cooked linguine

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chicken in 2 tablespoons butter until chicken is no longer pink. Sprinkle with the salt, paprika and pepper. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, saute onion in remaining butter until tender. , In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, ginger, nutmeg, orange juice and honey; gradually pour over onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add olives and chicken. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until chicken is heated through. Serve with linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ZESTY ORANGE CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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MIRACLE WHIP FREE Dressing and a splash of OJ give this better-for-you chicken pasta salad its zesty appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h20m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup MIRACLE WHIP FREE Dressing
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/4 tsp. ground ginger
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1-1/4 lb.), cooked, cubed
2 cups rotini pasta pasta, cooked, drained
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Mix dressing, juice and seasonings in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 390 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

ORANGE PASTA SALAD



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The orange dressing has a fresh flavor that really complements the chicken, pasta and fruit. And toasted almonds add lots of festive crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cups cooked pasta (spirals, shells or wheels)
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 cup drained pineapple tidbits
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
2 kiwifruit, peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, pasta, celery, onions, pineapple, oranges and kiwi. In a small bowl, mix the next six ingredients. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill for several hours. Toss with almonds just before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

ORANGE PASTA SALAD



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This is one of our all time favorite summer meals and a full recipe will usually last us two meals. It keeps very well in the refrigerator and DH says sometimes that it tastes better the next day. I have never served this to anyone who didn't love it. Taken from Woman's Day Low-Fat Meals June 1995

Provided by Cher Jewhurst

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces medium pasta shells, cooked and drained
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked, cooled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/4 cups green seedless grapes, halved
1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
6 green onions, sliced
3 navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
3/4 cup thawed frozen orange juice concentrate
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 leaf lettuce (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, grapes, cucumber, green onions and half the orange sections.
  • 2. In small bowl, whisk together orange juice concentrate, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
  • 3. Arrange lettuce on large platter. Mound pasta salad on top and garnish with remaining orange sections.
  • Note: I omit step 3 and prefer this salad quite cold so it goes into my fridge for at least an hour before serving. Served simply with fresh crusty rolls and butter.

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

COLD CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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A very fresh take on pasta salad. Tweak to your liking with different veggies.

Provided by Say-Rah

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 3h21m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons grated onion
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
2 ½ cups water
2 cubes chicken bouillon
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) package vermicelli pasta, broken into 2-inch pieces
1 (14 ounce) can plain artichoke hearts, quartered
1 pint cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, grated onion, seasoned salt, and basil together in a bowl to make dressing. Transfer to the refrigerator.
  • Combine water and chicken bouillon cubes in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until bouillon cubes are dissolved, about 5 minutes. Add chicken breasts and onion; simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board using a slotted spoon. Reserve broth in the saucepan. Cool chicken until easily handled, 5 to 10 minutes. Chop coarsely.
  • Pour several cups of water into the reserved broth in the saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in vermicelli and cook until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix dressing, chicken, and vermicelli together in a bowl. Add artichoke hearts and toss to combine. Refrigerate until flavors combine, 2 to 6 hours. Mix in tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 898.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SUMMERTIME CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD



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This is one of my favorites. My best friend makes this, but I have tweaked it to suit my family's tastes.

Provided by Andrea Parker

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 eggs
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
6 chicken tenders
1 cucumber, sliced
1 bunch radishes, trimmed and sliced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
½ red onion, chopped
½ (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
4 romaine lettuce hearts, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Hard boil the eggs by placing them into a saucepan in a single layer. Fill with water to cover the eggs by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Pour out the hot water, then cool the eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel once cold.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the bow tie pasta and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, and rinse with cold water.
  • Simmer the chicken tenders in about 1/4 cup of water in a saucepan over medium-low heat, until no longer pink inside. Remove the tenders from the water, and set aside to cool.
  • Cut the tenders into bite-size pieces. Slice the eggs. Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, eggs, cucumber, radishes, carrots, green onions, and red onion in a salad bowl, and pour the Italian dressing over. Toss lightly to mix, and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour, or until cold.
  • Place about 3/4 cup of sliced romaine hearts on each plate, then top with about 1 cup of pasta-chicken salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.6 calories, Carbohydrate 67.7 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 732.6 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, juicy oranges. This will give your salad the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through but still tender and moist.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to your salad. Some good options include red bell pepper, cucumber, and broccoli.
  • Make sure to chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad with a light dressing. A vinaigrette or citrus vinaigrette is a good option.

Conclusion:

Orange chicken and pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give orange chicken and pasta salad a try.

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