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CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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I've tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It's fresh, fruity and refreshing, and the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews-and ( always come home with an empty bowl! -Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 37g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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Make and share this Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lisar

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces rotini pasta
2 -4 cups cubed cooked chicken
20 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained
1 1/2 cups celery, sliced
3/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1 cup red grapes
1 cup green grape
6 ounces dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing (can use low cal)
3/4 cup mayonnaise (can use low cal)
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile in large bowl, combine chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries.
  • Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture.
  • In a small bowl, whisk ranch dressing and mayo.
  • Pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.5, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 26.7, Sodium 473.8, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 13, Protein 15.4

CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad image

This recipe is awesome! My family requests this often and it goes a long way! I got the recipe from Simple and Delicious magazine and have adapted it slightly to suit our tastes. Definitely worth making!

Provided by wyzgirl14

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 cup red seedless grapes
1 cup green seedless grape
1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
1 1/4 cups ranch salad dressing
1 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews
2 tablespoons dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries.
  • Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise.
  • Pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.6, Fat 34, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 46.9, Sodium 574.4, Carbohydrate 55.5, Fiber 4, Sugar 13.5, Protein 21.5

CHICKEN CASHEW SALAD



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This is a great summer pasta salad for barbeques and more. It has a slightly sweet, creamy dressing, and is loaded with chicken, cashews, and crunchy veggies.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups seashell pasta
¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 pinch salt
2 cups chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 onion, chopped
3 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cashew halves

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; drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In large bowl, combine brown sugar, salad dressing, lemon juice, vinegar and salt. Toss dressing mixture with cooked pasta, celery, green pepper, onion and chicken. Chill until ready to serve. Mix in cashews just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 545.1 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

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