Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad

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Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad

Seasoned chicken, broccoli, golden raisins, celery, and a wonderful creamy dressing come together to make this awesome Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad. A total crowd pleaser, perfect for summer gatherings or all year long!

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: pasta salad recipe

Servings: servings

Ingredients

For The Salad

1 lb. dried Radiatore pasta (or similar small pasta)
2 cups cooked seasoned chicken breast diced into small cubes
3 cups small raw broccoli florets
½ cup golden raisins
½ cup diced celery
¾ cup sliced almonds
4 scallions diced

For The Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise
¾ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
2 tbsp honey
3 tsp Dijon mustard
1½ tsp kosher salt
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
½ tsp pepper

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
In an extra large bowl, add in the cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, raisins, celery, almonds, and scallions.
In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing until combined and smooth. Pour over the salad and toss to coat.
Enjoy right away or refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Notes

Keep broccoli small and crisp. Finely chop it for easy bites. Raw gives the best crunch, but a quick blanch works well if you prefer a softer texture.
I prefer fresh broccoli in this recipe but if you're using frozen, thaw it fully. Be sure to drain and dry the florets before tossing.
Taste and adjust salt after chilling.

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