Mandarin Orange Chicken Pasta Salad - Averie Cooks
"Mandarin Orange Chicken Pasta Salad – EASY, ready in 30 minutes, and packed with Asian-inspired flavors!! Juicy sesame chicken, pasta, and lots of healthy vegetables! PERFECT for potlucks, picnics, parties, and planned leftovers!! If you’re looking for a pasta salad that everyone will love, look no further than this easy mandarin orange chicken pasta salad …..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-ounce package dry onion soup mix
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2 to 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
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2 tablespoons sesame oil
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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juice from one 10.5-ounce can mandarin oranges (add oranges to a separate very large bowl)
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2 to 3 teaspoons granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons ground ginger, or to taste
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
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pinch cayenne pepper, optional
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16 ounces bowtie pasta, cooked according to package directions
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1 to 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces, seasoned with salt and pepper
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2 tablespoons sesame oil
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 red bell pepper, diced small
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 English cucumber, diced small
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one 10.5-ounce can mandarin oranges, drained and juice discarded
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4 to 6 cups fresh baby spinach (about 6 ounces)
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