Monday, November 7, 2011

Chicken Pasta Salad

1 box bowtie pasta
1 bag spiral pasta
4-5 c. cooked, cubed or shredded chicken
2 c. diced celery
4 green onion, sliced
2 c. grapes, halved
1 lg can mandarin oranges
1 sm can mandarin oranges
1 lg can pineapple tidbits
1 bag raisins or craisins
1 can water chestnuts (opt)
1 can cashews
1 bottle coleslaw dressing
1 1/2 c. mayonnaise

Cook 3/4 bag and box of pasta according to package directions.  Drain & rinse; set aside.  Mix all ingredients together, except mandarin oranges, coleslaw dressing and mayo, in large bowl.  Toss gently.

Combine coleslaw dressing and mayo together and pour over salad until all ingredients are coated.  Gently stir in oranges and chill.

*Can omit chicken for a salad only*

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