Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad

Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    142

This vibrant Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of Asian-inspired flavors and comforting pasta. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a light yet satisfying meal, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's both flavorful and hearty.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    36 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1871 mg
  • Sugar
    10 g
  • Fat
    19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the radiatore pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well and set aside. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Sesame Dressing: While the pasta is cooking, heat the salad oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in the sesame seeds and cook, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the soy sauce, white wine vinegar, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Pour the dressing into a sealable container and set aside. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Combine and Marinate: In a large bowl, gently mix together the cooked pasta and cubed, cooked chicken. Add 1 cup of the prepared sesame dressing (reserve the remaining dressing for later). Cover the salad tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. (Prep time: 5 minutes, Marinate time: 6 hours minimum)

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Recipe View 5 mins Final Touches: Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh parsley, coarsely chopped green onion, and torn fresh spinach leaves. Toss gently to combine. If desired, toss with the remaining sesame dressing for extra flavor and moisture. Serve chilled and enjoy! (Prep time: 5 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the sesame seeds in a dry pan before adding them to the oil.
Feel free to substitute grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken.
If you don't have radiatore pasta, any short pasta shape like penne or rotini will work well.
This salad is even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.

Floy Emmerich

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 47 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Luna Wyman

    This recipe was a huge hit at our family barbecue! Everyone loved the sesame flavor and how easy it was to make ahead of time.

  • Conrad Lemke

    I accidentally used rice vinegar instead of white wine vinegar, and it still tasted great! A very forgiving recipe.

  • Jaleel Feest

    I added some shredded carrots and red bell peppers for extra color and crunch. It was delicious!

  • Ian Schowalter

    The dressing is amazing! I've used it on other salads too.

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