Description
Cherry Chicken Pasta is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the sweet flavor of dried cherries with tender chicken, creamy dressing, and crunchy almonds. This easy-to-make pasta salad is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, offering a burst of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. With its vibrant colors and various textures, Cherry Chicken Pasta serves as an impressive main course or side dish. Ideal for meal prep, this salad can be made ahead of time and the flavors meld beautifully when allowed to chill, making it a convenient option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 16 ounces Gemelli noodles
- 3/4 cup chopped red onion
- 5 ounces dried cherries
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 1 cup poppyseed dressing
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup toasted almond slivers
Instructions
- Cook the Gemelli noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped red onion, and dried cherries.
- In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, poppyseed dressing, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the cooked noodles to the chicken mixture and pour the dressing over everything. Toss gently until well combined.
- Stir in toasted almond slivers for added crunch. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg