Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad Pampered Chef
Brighten up your mealtime with the refreshing and hearty Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad, inspired by Pampered Chef! This delightful dish combines tender, golden-seared chicken breast and al dente bowtie pasta with the juicy sweetness of mandarin oranges, crunchy sliced almonds, and vibrant red bell peppers. Tossed in a creamy, flavorful dressing infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of honey, this salad delivers the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty notes. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or family dinners. Serve it chilled to let the ingredients shine in every bite, and don’t forget the extra sprinkle of parsley or almonds for that finishing touch. Whether you're searching for an easy make-ahead meal or a side dish that wows, this Mandarin Chicken Pasta Salad is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 11 ounces mandarin orange segments (canned, drained)
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 4 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
Meanwhile, season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let the chicken cool and then dice it into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooked pasta, diced chicken, mandarin orange segments, sliced almonds, green onions, red bell pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated in the dressing.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled and garnish with additional parsley or almonds, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 271.7 g | 348% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 531 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 3197 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.1 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.7 g | ||
| Protein | 170.8 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3267 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
