Best Chicken Seashell Salad Recipes

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SHELLS FILLED WITH CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 shells

Number Of Ingredients 18

Kosher salt
12 giant pasta shells (6 ounces)
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup coarsely chopped baby arugula
1/2 cup diced feta cheese
1/3 cup thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 cooked chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch pieces to yield 1 cup of meat
1/2 avocado, peeled, seeded and finely diced
1/4 fennel bulb, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
12 radicchio leaves from 1 small head

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta shells and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 12 to 13 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • For the dressing: Combine the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic in a small bowl. Gradually add the oil, whisking until the dressing is thick.
  • For the salad: In a large bowl, combine the arugula, feta, tomatoes, salt, pepper, olives, chicken, avocado and fennel.
  • Add the dressing to the salad and toss to coat.
  • Line each shell with a leaf of radicchio, trimming each leaf if too large for the pasta. Fill shells with salad, pressing slightly so salad will adhere. Arrange shells on a platter and serve.

SEA SHELLS SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound medium-size shell shape pasta, cooked to al dente, cold shocked, well drained
2 scallions, chopped, both whites and greens
1/2 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped into fine dice
1/3 cup tiny frozen green peas, a generous handful
1/4 to 1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 or 4 sprigs fresh tarragon, chopped to about 2 tablespoons
Coarse salt and pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Romaine or leaf lettuce, for lining plate under salad

Steps:

  • Pile salad ingredients in a mixing bowl as you prepare them. Combine salad ingredients, taste, and adjust seasonings. Serve salad on bed of lettuce leaves.
  • Yield: Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 8 to 10 minutes for pasta Ease of preparation: moderate

CHICKEN SALAD-STUFFED SHELLS



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JUMBO pasta shells filled with creamy chicken salad, nested on a bed of baby spinach and drizzled with Ranch dressing. Juicy red grapes add sweetness and color. Use deli chicken salad for easier prep, or prepare your own for extra bragging rights, as these make an impressive presentation. From Taste of Home.

Provided by Christmas Carol

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs prepared chicken salad (deli or homemade)
1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved
18 jumbo pasta shells, cooked, drained, and cooled
2/3 cup ranch salad dressing
4 cups Baby Spinach

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken salad and grapes. Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pasta shell. Refrigerate until serving. To serve, line a platter with baby spinach and carefully place shells on top. Drizzle with Ranch dressing. Nice served with chunks of crusty bread and iced mint tea.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.4, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 307.9, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.7, Protein 0.9

GARDEN SHELL SALAD



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Fresh basil marries the flavors of this splendid salad from Kathy Glasgow. The Marysville, California reader lightly dresses the dish, making it ideal with almost any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells
2 cups frozen peas
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding the peas during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, peas, celery, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, basil, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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