Best Chicken Coleslaw Pasta Salad Recipes

CHICKEN COLESLAW PASTA SALAD

Chicken Coleslaw Pasta Salad image

This came from the Australian Woman's Day. We roasted a chicken and ate it hot one night then used the other half for this. It's a great complete meal

Provided by JustJanS

Categories Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

150 g spiral pasta
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
2 cups skinless cooked chicken
1 red capsicum, seeded and thinly sliced
1 green capsicum, seeded and thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 carrot, peeled and grated
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 small cucumber, peeled and finely diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons coarse grain mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain then rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool.
Add the cabbage, chicken, capsicum onion, carrot, celery and cucumber to the pasta and mix well.
Combine the mayonnaise, mustard and vinegar seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Add to the salad tossing well. Chill.

CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD

Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad image

I've tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It's fresh, fruity and refreshing, and the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews-and ( always come home with an empty bowl! -Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 37g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

THAI CHICKEN COLESLAW

Thai Chicken Coleslaw image

My love of Thai peanut sauce inspired this tasty salad creation that always has me going back for seconds. It also make a delicious side when made without chicken. -Jodi Ollerman, West Richland, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
SALAD:
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, chilled
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Chopped honey-roasted peanuts, optional

Steps:

For dressing, whisk first eight ingredients until blended., Place first four salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. If desired, sprinkle each serving with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

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