Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta; 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins; 1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped; 3/4 pints Grape Tomatoes; 1 clove Garlic; 1 bag Baby Spinach; 1/2 cups Light Mayonnaise; 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese; 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning; Olive Oil; Kosher Salt; Pepper

Servings: persons

8 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta
1 pound Chicken Tenderloins
1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped
3/4 pints Grape Tomatoes
1 clove Garlic
1 bag Baby Spinach
1/2 cups Light Mayonnaise
1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Olive Oil
Kosher Salt
Pepper

1
Boil water and cook pasta according to package directions. Don't forget to SALT the water.
2
While the pasta is cooking, heat skillet over med-hi heat, add some olive oil to pan and saute the chicken until golden brown. Remove chicken when done and let rest on plate.
3
Add onions to the pan. Cook until transparent and then add the tomatoes and garlic. Cook for about 1 minute. Add spinach and cook it down (about 2-3 minutes). Add salt and pepper to taste.
4
In a large bowl, add mayo, Parmesan cheese, 2 to 3 tbsp olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper. Stir to blend ingredients.
5
Drain pasta and add to the bowl and mix in with dressing. Cut up chicken into bite-sized pieces and add to bowl. Now gently fold in spinach, tomatoes, garlic and onions. Stir all together gently. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Top with more Parmesan cheese. Serve warm or chilled. It's Best WARM!

671

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces, weight Rotini Pasta, 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins, 1/2 whole Red Onion, Finely Chopped, 3/4 pints Grape Tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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