Pasta Salad with Chicken and Grapes
Elevate your picnic or potluck spread with this delightful Pasta Salad with Chicken and Grapes, a refreshing blend of flavors and textures perfect for any occasion. Tender rotini pasta forms the base, beautifully complemented by juicy red grapes, savory shredded chicken, crunchy celery, and a touch of red onion for a hint of zing. The creamy dressing, made with a harmonious mix of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a drizzle of honey, ties it all together with a balance of tangy and sweet notes. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal brightness, while optional slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch. This easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just 25 minutes and tastes even better after being chilled, making it a convenient and crowd-pleasing dish. Serve it as a light meal or a standout side dish for your next get-together!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Rotini pasta
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1.5 cups Red seedless grapes, halved
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely minced
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool. Set aside to drain completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced or shredded chicken, halved grapes, chopped celery, and minced red onion.
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the pasta and chicken mixture. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the pasta salad a gentle stir. If desired, sprinkle slivered almonds over the top for added crunch and garnish.
Serve chilled, and enjoy your Pasta Salad with Chicken and Grapes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.8 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 547 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.7 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 192.8 g | 386% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2984 mg | 63% | |
*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.
