How to Make Sesame Pasta Chicken Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that's quick and easy to make, this sesame pasta chicken salad is the perfect dish for you. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this salad is a great option for lunch or dinner, and can be enjoyed both warm or cold. With a combination of tender pasta, juicy chicken, and crisp vegetables, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

What makes this salad so special is the delicious sesame dressing that brings all the fl...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup sesame seeds
  • 1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup light soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups shredded, cooked chicken breast meat
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onion

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds, and cook stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine vegetable oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.
  • Pour sesame dressing over pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Gently mix in chicken, cilantro, and green onions.
  • Nutrition

    349 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 308mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 207mg