Best Chicken Rainbow Pasta Salad Recipes

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water per the package directions. Drain well and run under cold water. Set aside.
• Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
• Mix remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing.
• Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with green onions and serve.

ITALIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, place in a large bowl, and set aside.
• To a medium bowl or large measuring cup, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice (zest the lemon before juicing it), apple cider vinegar, honey, Italian seasoning, lemon lest, salt, pepper, and whisk to combine; set sauce aside.
• To a large skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, add chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste, and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, flipping intermittently so all sides cook evenly. Cooking time will vary based on thickness of chicken breasts and sizes of pieces. Chicken should be about 90% cooked through.
• Add the sauce and allow it to bubble at a medium-fast boil for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until sauce has reduced some and chicken is cooked through. Stir sauce and flip chicken intermittently throughout. Add chicken and any cooking liquid to the pasta bowl.
• Add the tomatoes, basil, cucumber, cheese, and toss gently to combine. Taste and check for seasoning balance, making any necessary adjustments (more Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, pinch of cayenne, splash of lemon juice, etc.) before serving.

CHICKEN RAINBOW PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Combine chicken through rotini in a large bowl.
• Blend together dressing ingredients in a small bowl, add to salad and toss to coat.
• Chill.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook and drain rotini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
• Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix chicken, avocado, tomato, corn, onions and cheese. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salsa.
• Add rotini to salad; stir gently to mix. Add mayonnaise mixture to salad; toss to coat. Arrange lettuce blend on individual plates. Spoon salad over lettuce. Sprinkle with cilantro.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD I

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse twice in cold water.
• In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pepperoni, broccoli, olives, cheese and dressing.
• Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl; add remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

RAINBOW GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and olive oil.
• Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165˚F (75˚C). Remove from pan and slice breast into pieces.
• In a bowl, mix sour cream, cilantro, pepper, salt, and lime juice. Set aside until you are ready to serve.
• In a salad bowl, assemble the salad with the romaine on the bottom. Top with red onion, tomatoes, orange bell peppers, corn, cilantro, and jalapeños.
• Add the chicken strips. Gently toss salad with the sour cream dressing.
• Garnish with avocado slices and tortilla strips.
• Enjoy!

GRILLED CHICKEN BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli to the cooking water for the last 2 minutes; drain.
• Toss chicken pieces, tomatoes, pepper, cheese, olives and dressing together in a large bowl.
• Add pasta and broccoli, toss lightly.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

FIESTA CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Empty pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Drain pasta; rinse in cold water. Shake to drain.
• Stir together Seasoning mix, sour cream, water and chili powder in large bowl. Stir in pasta-vegetable mixture, tomatoes, bell pepper and onion. Stir in chicken.
• Line serving plate with tortilla chips. Mound salad onto chips; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Serve with salsa. Refrigerate any remaining salad.