CHICKEN ORZO SALAD
Like no other Chicken Salad you have ever had. Orzo pasta, chicken, cantaloupe and grapes are coated with a zesty citrus dressing, and topped with crunchy cashews.
Provided by BARBARA BREITSAMETER
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 5h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oil, orange juice, vinegar, salt, and orange zest. Stir in cooked chicken until coated. Stir in cooked orzo, cantaloupe, grape halves, and mayonnaise. Cover and chill for 4 to 6 hours. Just before serving, stir in cashews. Serve in lettuce lined bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 656.9 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 496.5 mg, Sugar 18.8 g
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Amrit Tamang
a-t41@gmail.comOverall, I thought this salad was just okay. It's not something I would make again.
Saeed Haider
saeed@yahoo.comThis salad is missing something. I would add some feta cheese or crumbled bacon next time.
Moj Ali
a-m@aol.comI found this salad to be too oily. I would use less olive oil next time.
Avery Floyd
f_avery49@yahoo.comThis salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.
Nathaniel Davis
n_davis@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of orzo, but I loved this salad. The dressing is amazing.
amal nishantha perera
p.a95@hotmail.co.ukThis salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
mo Sa
mo15@yahoo.comI love that this salad is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Chimelum Okechukwu
chimelum_o18@hotmail.comThis is the perfect salad for a healthy lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein and vegetables.
7amaa Rwandzy
7_rwandzy@gmail.comThis salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables, fruits, and even nuts, and it's always delicious.
Pazzy kk
p-kk26@hotmail.comI've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Alisialvi Sialvi
sialvi_alisialvi@gmail.comThis salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks.
Labu Mia
m-l78@yahoo.comI made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Md Suleman Hoosen
hoosen.m3@gmail.comThis is the perfect salad for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to digest.
____rain____
____rain____97@yahoo.comI love that this salad is so healthy. It's packed with protein, vegetables, and fiber.
Eloisa Cuevas
e-c@yahoo.comThis salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and even different kinds of meat, and it's always delicious.
Ahsan123 Ahsan123
a-ahsan123@gmail.comI've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Dxrk. Yt
dy@gmail.comThis is my new favorite salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Dawood Ansari
d@hotmail.frI made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Bugti Pool
pool.b6@hotmail.co.ukI followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, the orzo was cooked al dente, and the vegetables were crisp and flavorful.
Ganesh Pariyar
gpariyar46@yahoo.comThis chicken orzo salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing, and the salad is easy to make.