Delicious Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad for Summer Gatherings

Enjoy this refreshing Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad, perfect for summer picnics and gatherings, combining juicy grapes, tender chicken, and a creamy poppy seed dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta Salad

8 oz Rotini Pasta or similar-sized pasta
2 cups Red Grapes halved
2 cups Cooked Chicken can use rotisserie or canned chicken
1/2 cup Sliced Almonds can substitute with pecans or walnuts
1/4 cup Green Onions finely chopped

For the Dressing

1 cup Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing recommended brand: Brianna's
1/2 cup Mayonnaise full-fat is preferred
2 tblsp White Wine Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Large pot
Mixing Bowl
Spatula
whisk

Method

Preparation Steps

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
While pasta cooks, chop cooked chicken, halve grapes, and slice green onions. Place in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth and well combined.
Add cooled pasta, chicken, grapes, and green onions to the mixing bowl. Fold in sliced almonds and pour dressing over. Toss until well coated.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Allowing the salad to chill enhances the flavor. Add extra dressing before serving if it seems dry after storage.

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