Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
Who wants to do anything? I just want to play, and that’s all I’ve been doing…
with some of my water-lovin’ grand kiddies!
This little one splashed and splashed…
played in the sand…
and was all smiles, having the time of his life… until it was time to get out!
It was hot and sunny and the shimmering water was heavenly!
Relaxed and having such fun together, the days just flew by!
Each one is such a gift…We returned home tonight and I’m missing them like crazy.
When it’s hot and I’m sad, I need of a little summer comfort food. A fresh, salad always hits the spot!
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
shared by one of my sweet neighbors, is a real treat. You’ll need…
6 to 8 grilled chicken breast…let it rest a couple minutes and then slice…
Bow tie pasta…All you have to do is bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta, cover and remove from the heat and let it sit for 10 minutes. It cooks perfectly every time! Drain, rinse and cool.
baby spinach…and these yummy veggies and mandarin oranges…
and to kick it up a lot…
and to dress it…
along with sugar, (or stevia, it works well), salt and pepper.
Throw it all together, toss it, top with sliced chicken and sprinkle with a few peanuts.
Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad
- 16 ounces bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
- 6 to 8 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 15 ounce mandarin oranges, drained
- 6 ounce water chestnuts, sliced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 10 ounce spinach, stems trimmed
- 3/4 cup honey roasted peanuts
- 6 ounces dry cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
For dressing:
- 1 cup oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 6 Tbsp. sugar or stevia equivalent
- 2/3 cup white wine vinegar
- 2/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
Combine dressing and let chill. Throw everything (but the dressing and grilled chicken) in a large bowl. Let it chill too. Just before serving, toss with dressing, and top with warm grilled chicken. Serve and enjoy!
THE END 😀
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GORGEOUS! It looks delicious! All the stuff I love (except the craisins, I know, I’m terrible!) I’d love it if you’d come link this great recipe to Topsy Turvy Tuesdays!
Wonderful photos, the kids are all cute and look like they are having a great time playing in the water. The recipe sounds delicious.
Looks like everyone had a great time, what a fun family photo up top! This salad sounds very flavorful, and colorful!
Seeing those sweet faces is a great way to start the day! Precious ~ everyone!
First of all, the “THE END” picture is the cutest little thing! It made me scrinch my shoulders! I love all of your pictures. You sure are blessed with a gorgeous family. So glad you had a wonderful time with them!
You also have the best salads in blogland. Please keep them coming. The daughter and I are having the tuna one today. I can have the husband grill up a bunch of chicken to try this one next. I LOVE your salads.
Looks like everyone had a ton of fun and that salad looks delicious, thanks so much for the recipe and the detailed pictures. Love “The End” picture, too cute and funny!
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They do look amazingly similar, but yours has some extra goodies added in. I will have to try this one too. I love your grandkids photos playing in the water. How much fun. It is so great to be with the little ones and watch their faces light up with joy.
What a beautiful family and what yummy looking recipes. Can’t wait to try them and see what else you’ve got under your hat!
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That salad looks divine! YUM!
Mary xo
Delightful Bitefuls
I just want to move right in to your blog post! It all looks wonderful!
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Love that salad recipe!
Your grands are absolutely adorable!!!! You are so lucky to get those precious memories with them.
What beautiful memories and such cute grandkids! I love your photographs!
Now to the salad, amazing! Can’t wait to try this one!!!
Those pictures are beautiful and so is the family. Looks like a wonderful time!
Lots of yummy love,
Alex aka Ma What’s For Dinner
http://www.mawhats4dinner.com
What wonderful family photos. I often comment on how devastatingly quiet the house seems after the family leaves. That last photo is precious. I loved your pasta salad and hope you are are having a wonderful day. Blessings…Mary
I want to try yours too. I will be giving the river bottoms restaurant a try. Hadn’t even heard of it. Our house looks down on Riverwoods so it is right down the hill. Thanks for the tip.
Looks yummy! I LOVE pasta salad especially in the summer and I’m always looking for new & unique recipes to try. Thanks for the idea!
I love chicken and mandarin oranges!!!!!!!
You’re quite a talented photographer. Wonderful photos. Happy Foodie Friday!!
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ButterYum
This looks absolutely DELICIOUS!!! Thanks for sharing your recipe.
Looks delish!! Definitely getting bookmarked!
Great looking salad!! And, lots of fun with family. Thanks for the recipe and linking to Tempt My Tummy Tuesday.
Great pictures. I especially love the group photo. And your salad looks delicious!