PASTA SALAD WITH FRUIT AND CHICKEN
This pasta salad with fruit and chicken has a sour cream, buttermilk, lemon, and poppy seed dressing. Great way to make use of leftover rotisserie chicken. Serve on a bed of mixed spring greens with crumbed feta or blue cheese and a crusty hot dinner roll. Sprinkle with any kind of toasted nuts or even candied nuts. Could also use the small crunchy Chinese noodles found in a can. This just adds extra texture to the salad.
Provided by Joan Dredge
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Macaroni Salad Recipes
Time 3h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, lemon juice, honey, poppy seeds, sugar substitute, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Refrigerate dressing until flavors are blended, at least 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain macaroni and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add pineapple, chicken, grapes, dried cranberries, green onions, and celery to the pasta and mix to combine. Add mandarin oranges and toss gently. Add just enough salad dressing to coat the pasta salad without soaking it, reserving remaining dressing for later use. Place pasta salad in the refrigerator to chill for 2 to 3 hours before serving. Add more dressing, if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54.8 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 357.7 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
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Zahir popal ظاهر پوپل
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit and chicken. It's also a great make-ahead dish.
MD. Raju Ahmed
[email protected]I love the pop of color that the fruit adds to this pasta salad. It's so inviting!
Arshad Naz
[email protected]This pasta salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Jennifer Corson
[email protected]I've never made pasta salad with fruit before, but this recipe was a game-changer. I'll definitely be making it again.
Tony Avalos
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.
Tarique Bhatti
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruit in my pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweetness of the fruit pairs perfectly with the savory chicken and dressing.
Raju Pariyar
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead dish.
MD Masud Chouduary
[email protected]I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.
Luthando Princess
[email protected]This is my go-to pasta salad recipe for summer parties. It's always a hit!
Kayden Robertson
[email protected]This pasta salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the mix of sweet and savory flavors.
Teka Wallace
[email protected]I made this pasta salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.
Thembisile Mazibuko
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.
shelia lockett
[email protected]I've made this pasta salad a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the fruit and chicken add a nice touch of sweetness and protein.
AJ Murrietta
[email protected]This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! I love the combination of sweet fruit, savory chicken, and tangy dressing. It's a great dish for a summer party or picnic.