PARTY CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD

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Blend an Asian-influenced dressing to accent a spectacular mix of fresh vegetables, fruits, and tender chicken.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups uncooked rotini pasta (16 oz)
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
12 oz fresh snow pea pods, trimmed, halved crosswise
2 cups seedless red and/or green grapes, halved
1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits in unsweetened juice, drained, reserving liquid
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted if desired
6 to 8 leaves leaf lettuce
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons reserved pineapple liquid
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix remaining salad ingredients except almonds and lettuce. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  • Add pasta and 1/2 cup of the almonds to salad; stir gently to mix. Add dressing; toss to coat. Line serving bowl or platter with lettuce. Spoon salad over lettuce. Sprinkle with remaining almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 5 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

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I'm a picky eater, but I loved this salad! It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Zainab Iqbal
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious meals to make for my family, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


Qirat Abbasi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfectly. It was so easy to make and it tasted delicious.


Thato Moloi
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. It's the perfect dish for a summer party.


Moon Ghouri
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses, and it always turns out great.


Sutharahan Sudhu
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Muhammad rasheed Muhammad rasheed
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. The flavors were amazing and it was the first dish to disappear.


Ahad Jamal
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This chicken and pasta salad was a hit at my party! It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


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