How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked (I use tri color rotini), 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked, cut into 1/2 inch cubes or 2 cups cooked shrimp, de-tailed, 1/2 lb colby cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, 1 2 cups fresh broccoli or 1 cup diced green bell pepper, and more.

Is Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans suitable as pasta & noodles?

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

How do I store leftover Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans?

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

Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans Recipe

Name: Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked (I use tri color rotini); 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked, cut into 1/2 inch cubes or 2 cups cooked shrimp, de-tailed; 1/2 lb colby cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1 2 cups fresh broccoli or 1 cup diced green bell pepper; 1 (8 ounce) bag pecan halves, unsalted; 1 cup grapes, halved (I use red seedless grapes for color); 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 (1 ounce) packet Lipton Recipe Secrets savory herb with garlic soup mix

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans is a must-try. Made with rotini pasta, chicken breasts, colby cheese and fresh bro…

This Garlic Pasta Salad With Pecans relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as mayonnaise. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1520 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

Servings: persons

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked (I use tri color rotini)
2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked, cut into 1/2 inch cubes or 2 cups cooked shrimp, de-tailed
1/2 lb colby cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 2 cups fresh broccoli or 1 cup diced green bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) bag pecan halves, unsalted
1 cup grapes, halved (I use red seedless grapes for color)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) packet Lipton Recipe Secrets savory herb with garlic soup mix

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
1520 kcal
Category
Pasta & Noodles

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