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Orange Pasta Salad

By: Marjorie Fjeld 
"The orange dressing has a fresh flavor that really complements the chicken, pasta and fruit. And toasted almonds add lots of festive crunch."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 5 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 3 cups cooked rotini (corkscrew pasta), (cooked without salt or fat)
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced celery
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 cup drained pineapple tidbits
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 kiwifruit, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, pasta, celery, onions, pineapple, oranges and kiwi. In a small bowl, mix the next six ingredients. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill for several hours. Toss with almonds just before serving.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2008 by VOLZSTONE   view full review
OH MY! IS THIS YUMMY! Of course as usual I made a few changes. I used 2 11oz cans mandarin...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2010 by myboysmom   view full review
This makes more dressing then it needs. I might make again.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2008 by BAMATT   view full review
So unusual & absolutely delicious. I wouldn't change a thing. Everyone I have shared this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2010 by SEABR33Z   view full review
This was a little too mayonaisey for my tastes. If I make it again, I will sub Miracle Whip...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2008 by Poppy127   view full review
Robert loved this
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2008 by special lady   view full review
Fantastic! All the flavors come together so nicely. I added a bit for orange juice...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 7, 2007 by LPOWELL3   view full review
Great recipe! Got lots of compliments on the refreshing taste! Good luncheon salad on a warm day.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2008 by terriyaki   view full review
This is SO good! As I was serving the salad with chicken, I left it out. Also left out the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2008 by AFMeyer   view full review
I received so many compliments for this dish...it is definitely my potluck recipe! **I did...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2007 by Tara   view full review
Excellant salad! I took it to work for a potluck and everyone loved it. I did leave out the...

 

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