Cashew Chicken Pasta Salad (Printable Recipe)
Chicken pasta salad with fruit and creamy cashew crunch.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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16 ounces rotini pasta
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1 cup Ranch salad dressing
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3/4 cup mayonnaise
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4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
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20 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained
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1 cup sliced celery
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4 scallions, diced
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1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
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1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
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5 ounces dried cranberries
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2 cups roasted and salted cashews
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil the rotini pasta al dente according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
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While pasta cooks, dice chicken, slice celery, halve grapes, dice scallions, and drain pineapple.
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In a large bowl, whisk together Ranch dressing and mayonnaise until well combined.
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Add chicken, pineapple, celery, scallions, red grapes, green grapes, cranberries, and cooked pasta to the bowl. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
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Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours or until ready to serve.
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Just before serving, stir in the cashews for added crunch and serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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Salad may dry out if chilled too long; serve within 1 to 2 hours for optimal creaminess.