Poppy Seed Chicken and Grape Pasta Salad
Poppy Seed Chicken and Grape Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish that perfectly blends tender chicken, sweet grapes, and colorful pasta, all enveloped in a creamy poppy seed dressing. Ideal for summer picnics or family gatherings, this salad not only pleases the eye but also delivers a delightful mix of flavors. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with seasonal ingredients, it’s the perfect addition to any meal. Enjoy it chilled as a main course or side dish at your next event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, then cool and dice.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
- Chop celery and halve grapes.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, poppy seeds, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, celery, and grapes. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg