Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad

The perfect picnic pasta salad! Chopped chicken combines with toasted sesame seeds, spinach and green onions, all marinated in a sweet and tangy soy and vinegar-based dressing.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 475 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup sesame seeds
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ¾ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup white wine vinegar
• 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
• 3 ½ tablespoons sugar
• 1 (12 ounce) package radiatore pasta
• ¼ cup salad oil
• ½ cup coarsely chopped green onion
• 4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in sesame seeds and cook until golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Pour dressing into a sealable container, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together pasta, cooked chicken, and 1 cup dressing (reserve remaining dressing). Cover salad, and refrigerate at least 6 hours.

Step 4

Directly before serving, stir in parsley, green onions, and spinach. Toss with remaining dressing, if desired.