Best Pineapple Cashew Grapes And Chicken Salad Recipes

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CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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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

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.

CASHEW CHICKEN SALAD WITH GRAPES



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Easy chicken pasta salad with grapes, great for groups.

Provided by snichols94

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 ½ cups sliced celery
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw
1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
1 cup ranch dressing
⅔ cup mayonnaise
2 cups cashews

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and run under cold water. Drain again and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add chicken, pineapple tidbits, celery, green and red grapes, green onions, and cranberries; mix to combine.
  • Stir ranch dressing and mayonnaise together in a second bowl until well mixed. Add to pasta mixture and stir to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 49.7 mg, Fat 33.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 457.5 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

SUMMER CASHEW CHICKEN GRAPE PASTA SALAD



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On many hot summer days, I can't face eating a hot meal. This salad makes a very satisfying meal without overheating the house or me! If I can't stomach the thought of cooking chicken myself for fear of heating up the house on a hot summer day, I just pick up a rotisserie chicken from my local grocer or I pick up grilled cooked chicken from Costco. With pre-cooked chicken, this recipe couldn't be easier to prepare! I've served this many times to rave reviews. I got this recipe from my mother-in-law. It's a dish she picks up from her local deli on a regular basis. If you make it at home, it's much cheaper than the deli!

Provided by Northern Cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 8 1 Cup servings, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb cooked chicken (poached, grilled, rotisserie, doesn't matter, just cooked)
1 lb pasta (macaroni, rigatoni, use your favorite, just not spaghett)
1/2 lb green seedless grape, washed and cut in half
1/2 lb red seedless grapes, washed and cut in half
1/2 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups mayonnaise (I use Hellman's Light Mayonnaise)
1 (9 1/4 ounce) can cashew halves, and pieces (I buy Planter's salted)
2 tablespoons milk (optional, also may want to add more depending on how long the salad has been in the refrigerator)

Steps:

  • Boil 1 lb. of pasta - al dente - according to package directions (I use rigatoni). Drain after cooking and let cool.
  • While the pasta is boiling, wash and halve the grapes.
  • Dice the cooked chicken into bite sized pieces.
  • In a large bowl or serving platter, combine the cooled, drained pasta with the grapes and diced chicken. Stir in the mayonnaise. I start with one cup of mayo and add more as needed. Really, just add as much as you personally like - it may be more or less than 2 cups.
  • Stir in the Lawry's seasoning salt, onion powder and garlic powder. Again, add to your liking. You may want more or less than 1/2 teaspoon of any of these - - it's your choice, go with what you like. Frequent sampling at this point will help you decide what your preference will be so grab a fork and start sampling!
  • If the salad is too thick and rich for your liking, stir in a couple tablespoons milk to thin it out. This part is optional.
  • This salad is always much better the next day after the flavors have had a chance to meld. This is when I usually add milk to loosen it up a bit.
  • Before serving, plate or dish up the salad and sprinkle cashew pieces on top of individual servings. DO NOT put the cashew pieces on the entire salad and refrigerate - - this will cause the cashew pieces to become soft and rubbery and nobody wants that! I just set the can of cashews on the table and let guests help themselves.
  • Sit back and enjoy your sweat free cold summer salad!

PINEAPPLE, CASHEW, GRAPES, AND CHICKEN SALAD



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I went to a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona and I had shared this Pineapple Salad with my husband. It was wonderful!

Provided by linda O

Categories     Chicken Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pineapple cut in half insides out.
1 1/2 c turkey or chicken cooked cut into squares
instead of that you can use1 1/2 cans chicken drained
1 c mayonaise to moisten
1 Tbsp sour cream
2 Tbsp cranberries
1/4 c mandarin oranges drained
1/2 c cashews salted or almonds
1/4 c pineapple drained
2 green onions chopped small
1/4 c diced celery small pieces
1/2 c green or red grapes cut in half
1/2 tsp lemon juice
dash pepper, salt, tabasco
coconut sprinkles on top

Steps:

  • 1. Start with a pineapple the largest you can find. The one I found in Utah was pretty small.
  • 2. Slice a pineapple in half. Cut out all the insides of the pineapple.
  • 3. Take a bowl and put mayonaise, lemon juice, and sour cream and mix together. Put in the seasonings a dash of tabasco sauce optional.
  • 4. Use1 1/2 cups of chicken or turkey and place in the bowl with mayonaise. Add the fruit, nuts, mandarins, and coconut. Mix together your done!

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