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

Tyrone Carey
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This is the best chicken pasta salad I've ever had! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Just Jory
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Sheryl Newton
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This salad is amazing! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


AL INSHAF TV
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Zandria Summers
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This salad is delicious and it's so easy to make. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.


Attaullah Khankhan
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Prince Siam
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I made this salad for dinner tonight and it was a huge hit with my family! They loved the creamy lemon dressing and the tender chicken and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.


Jay Cofield
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This salad is perfection! The creamy lemon dressing is so light and refreshing, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


MAPHOTO JULIET
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Carla Acevedo
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This is the best chicken pasta salad I've ever had! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Keren Clottey
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was amazing! The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Al ebna Mahadi
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This salad is delicious! I love the creamy lemon dressing. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I also really like the addition of the chicken and vegetables. It makes the salad a complete meal.


Taylor Bailey
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. The creamy lemon dressing is so good, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zahirshah Umar
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I highly recommend this recipe.


Foxy ThePirate
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This chicken pasta salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light and refreshing, and the creamy lemon dressing is to die for. I'll definitely be making this again soon, thanks for sharing the recipe!