Creamy Lemon-Kissed Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Lemon-Kissed Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dressing:; 1 cup lemon low-fat yogurt; 1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds; Pasta Salad:; 2 to 21/2 cups (4 ounces) uncooked bow-tie pasta; 1 can (10 ounces) premium chunk breast of chicken, drained and flaked; 1 can (8 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained; 1/2 cup sliced green onion; 1/2 cup sliced celery

Servings: persons

Dressing:
1 cup lemon low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
Pasta Salad:
2 to 21/2 cups (4 ounces) uncooked bow-tie pasta
1 can (10 ounces) premium chunk breast of chicken, drained and flaked
1 can (8 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1/2 cup sliced celery

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Preparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes
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Preparation:
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For the Dressing: Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and poppy seeds in a small mixing bowl; mix well.
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For the Pasta Salad: Cook the pasta according to the package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Combine the pasta, chicken, mandarin oranges, green onion, and celery in a large bowl. Add the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until time to serve.
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Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 330; Total fat 9g; Saturated fat 2.5g; Cholesterol 40mg; Sodium 460mg; Carbohydrate 37g; Fiber 2g; Protein 26g; Vitamin A 20%DV*; Vitamin C 40%DV; Calcium 15%DV; Iron 15%DV; Folate 21%DV; Potassium 12%DV
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* Daily Value

587

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dressing:, 1 cup lemon low-fat yogurt, 1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Creamy Lemon-Kissed Chicken 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.

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Creamy Lemon-Kissed Chicken Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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