Best Chicken Spinach And Rotini Salad Recipes

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ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Rotini Pasta Salad image

This pasta salad is perfect for entertaining, picnics, potlucks, or just every day at home. The flavors are fresh, delicious, and perfect for a flavorful lunch, or dinner side.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 oz rotini pasta ((1 box))
4 oz cheddar cheese (cubed)
4 oz mozzarella cheese (cubed)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)
8 oz pepperoni slices (quartered)
1 cup Italian dressing ((see note))
1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta per package directions. Drain pasta and run under cold water, then place pasta in a large bowl.
  • While the pasta is cooking prep the remaining ingredients. When it is done, mix in the cheese, peppers, tomatoes, onion, pepperoni, and basil.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately or chill, then toss before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 356 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 649 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g

CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD



Chicken and Spinach Pasta Salad image

My family loves pasta salads, but usually they have too much mayonnaise or oily dressing. Using hummus gives this dish a great taste and texture, while also increasing its nutritional profile. Adding chicken (store-bought rotisserie chicken works well), makes this pasta salad a complete meal. -Jenny Lynch, Rock Island, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini
1/2 cup hummus
3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water., Combine hummus, salad dressing, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add pasta; toss to coat. Stir in spinach, chicken, tomatoes and olives. Sprinkle with feta. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad tastes great and packs a super nutritional punch! Try it with any dressing, but my favorite is a fat free roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Provided by JESSICAWILLIAMS

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup black olives
3 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup fat-free roasted garlic salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place equal portions of spinach onto four salad plates. Arrange chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and black olives over spinach, and top with cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 97.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

ROTINI CHICKEN SALAD



Rotini Chicken Salad image

Terrific lunchtime or picnic salad, hearty enough to be a meal!

Provided by nascar3

Categories     Salad

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast
½ (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 green onions, sliced
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the chicken breast in the boiling water until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken breast should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Cut the breast into cubes and spread in a single layer on a plate; place chicken in refrigerator for 1 hour, or until completely cooled.
  • Fill a pot with lightly-salted water and bring to a boil. Stir the pasta into the boiling water; cook until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse thoroughly with cold water to cool.
  • Stir the celery, Parmesan cheese, green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, parsley, basil, and thyme together in a large bowl. Fold the chicken, rotini, and peas into the mayonnaise mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 39.1 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 368.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CHICKEN SPINACH ALFREDO ROTINI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Spinach Alfredo Rotini Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, chicken breasts, garlic, bacon, spinach, salt, pepper, heavy cream, rotini pasta, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil
2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 strips bacon, cooked, chopped
5 oz spinach
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 cups heavy cream
1 ¼ cups rotini pasta, cooked
1 cup parmesan cheese
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over high heat.
  • Cook the chicken until no pink is showing.
  • Add the garlic, bacon, spinach, salt, and pepper, cooking until spinach is wilted.
  • Pour in the cream and bring to a boil.
  • Add the pasta, cheese, and parsley, stirring until the pasta is coated evenly.
  • Enjoy!

CHICKEN & TORTELLINI SPINACH SALAD



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Not only is this attractive salad easy to make, but it is, delicious, light and filling as well.-Michelle Ashton, St. Johns, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
1 package (22 ounces) frozen grilled chicken breast strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 slices red onion, halved
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the spinach, chicken, onion, cranberries and feta cheese. Drain pasta. Cool for 5 minutes. Add to spinach mixture., For vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, tomato paste, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Pour over spinach mixture; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 820mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN, SPINACH AND ROTINI SALAD



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My daughter doesn't spend much time cooking because her husband is soooo picky - he just doesn't like anything! But, shock!! She made this salad for a party and he ate it...and had seconds. Hmmm...

Provided by CaribbeanQueen

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces rotini pasta
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup salad oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cooked chicken, cooled, shredded
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
8 cups baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup almonds

Steps:

  • Boil pasta in salted water as directed on the package.
  • Drain, rinse, drain.
  • Put pasta in a large bowl.
  • In a small frying pan, combine the sesame seeds and 1/4 cup of the oil.
  • Cook over med-low heat until seeds are golden (about 2 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Stir in remaining oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour over the cooked pasta.
  • Add chicken and toss gently.
  • Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, add parsley, onion and spinach and toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.6, Fat 32.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 1216.4, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 8.1, Protein 28

ROTINI CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Pasta dishes are a favorite in our family. I changed the original recipe to suit our tastes...and we all think this comforting casserole is delicious. I like to accompany it with a tossed green salad. -Ruth Lee of Troy, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-3/4 cups uncooked tricolor rotini or spiral pasta
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (16 ounces) frozen Italian-blend vegetables
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup crushed cornflakes

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, saute onion, celery and garlic in oil until tender. Drain pasta; place in a bowl, Add the onion mixture, chicken, soup, milk, frozen vegetables, cheese, parsley, thyme and salt., Pour into a shallow 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cornflakes; spritz with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 698mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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