Chinese Chicken Pasta Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chinese Chicken Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of tender chicken, al dente rotini, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing. This quick-to-make salad is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or picnics. With its crunchy texture and hint of sweetness, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing meal that’s nutritious and satisfying year-round.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups cooked rotini (about 3 cups dry)
- 1 cup fresh snow peas
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- 2 cups chopped napa cabbage
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 8 ounce can sliced water chestnuts (drained)
- ⅔ cup plain yogurt
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- Honey (to taste)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and toast sesame seeds on a baking sheet for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rotini, snow peas, red bell pepper, carrot, napa cabbage, green onions, water chestnuts, and chow mein noodles.
- In a separate bowl, mix together yogurt, soy sauce, mayonnaise, black pepper, ground ginger, honey (to taste), and salt until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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