Description
Chinese Chicken Pasta Salad has crunch, a hint of sweetness and is full of flavor. Made with tender chicken, veggies and a tangy Asian-style dressing.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups cooked rotini (about 3 cups dry)
- 1 cup fresh snow peas
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 2 cups chopped napa cabbage
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 8 ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 cup chow mein noodles
Dressing
- 2/3 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Honey to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Spread sesame seeds on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes. Watch closely so they don’t burn. Set aside to cool.
3. Combine chicken, pasta, vegetables and chow mein noodles in a large bowl; toss gently and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, combine yogurt, soy sauce, mayonnaise, black pepper, and ginger; stir well.
5. Taste the dressing and add honey to reach desired sweetness. Add salt if needed.
6. Add the dressing to the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat.
7. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Serving size depends on use — as a main course it yields about 4–6 servings, and as a side dish for potlucks or gatherings, about 8–10.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken beforehand or use rotisserie chicken.
Nutritional information may vary based on ingredients used.