Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad Recipe

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cashew-chicken-rotini-salad

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

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 minutes. + chilling

YIELD: 12 servings

Ingredients

· 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

Directions

· 1. 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.

· 2. 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. Yield: 12 servings.

Nutritional Facts

1 serving (1-1/3 cups) equals 661 calories, 37 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 44 mg cholesterol, 451 mg sodium, 59 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 23 g protein.

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