Chicken Curry Pasta Salad

Health score
11%
Chicken Curry Pasta Salad
40 min.
8
454kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta salad game? Introducing the Chicken Curry Pasta Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests! This vibrant dish combines tender, cubed chicken with the playful shape of bow tie pasta, creating a satisfying base that’s both hearty and refreshing.

What sets this salad apart is its unique blend of ingredients. The sweetness of pineapple tidbits and green grapes perfectly complements the savory notes of curry powder, while the crunch of cashew pieces and the creaminess of the dressing add layers of texture and flavor. With the addition of colorful bell peppers and shredded coconut, this dish not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on any table.

Perfect for a summer picnic, a potluck, or a light lunch, this Chicken Curry Pasta Salad is versatile enough to serve as a side dish or a main course. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With each serving clocking in at 454 calories, you can indulge without the guilt!

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • lb roasted chicken cubed cooked
  • oz farfalle pasta 
  • cup dole pineapple tidbits 
  •  spring onion chopped
  • 0.8 cup coconut or shredded
  • 0.5 medium bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 medium bell pepper yellow chopped
  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces 
  • 0.8 cup grapes green sliced in half
  • ounces cream cheese 
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise light
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • 1.5 tablespoons curry powder 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. While pasta is cooking, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice and curry powder in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  4. Mix all remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  5. Add dressing and stir well.
  6. Place in refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
  7. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories454kcal
Protein19.64%
Fat46.01%
Carbs34.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.4
Glycemic Load
11.87
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.643478445385%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:454.32kcal
22.72%
Fat:23.47g
36.11%
Saturated Fat:10.23g
63.92%
Carbohydrates:39.43g
13.14%
Net Carbohydrates:36.2g
13.16%
Sugar:10.26g
11.4%
Cholesterol:73.4mg
24.47%
Sodium:274.44mg
11.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.54g
45.08%
Selenium:40.28µg
57.54%
Vitamin C:28.11mg
34.08%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.02%
Vitamin B3:5.48mg
27.4%
Phosphorus:273.69mg
27.37%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.85%
Copper:0.41mg
20.7%
Vitamin K:20.91µg
19.91%
Magnesium:69.27mg
17.32%
Vitamin A:728.1IU
14.56%
Zinc:2.15mg
14.35%
Iron:2.48mg
13.78%
Fiber:3.23g
12.94%
Potassium:448.19mg
12.81%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.07%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11%
Vitamin B5:1mg
10.04%
Vitamin E:1.1mg
7.33%
Folate:26.93µg
6.73%
Calcium:62.19mg
6.22%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%