SESAME CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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"This tasty chicken salad tops my list of most-requested recipes," informs Fran Thompson of Tarboro, North Carolina. "I've made it for countless occasions-from church potlucks and family functions to bridal luncheons.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
2 cups torn fresh spinach
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, salt and pepper; shake well. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; place in a bowl. Add chicken and half of the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Set remaining dressing aside., Just before serving, add the spinach, onions, parsley and remaining dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges