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Delicious Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad served in a bowl.

Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Salad

A delicious blend of creamy dressing, tender chicken, and crunchy broccoli, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Protein
  • 1 pound dried Radiatore pasta Can substitute with rotini or fusilli.
  • 1 pound cooked seasoned chicken breast (diced) Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
Vegetables and Add-ins
  • 3 cups small broccoli florets Blanch for tenderness or use raw for crunch.
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins Can substitute dried cranberries.
  • 1/2 cup diced celery Chop small for texture.
  • 3/4 cup sliced almonds Toast for added flavor.
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Swap half for Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 3/4 cup sour cream Provides creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Add cooked pasta, chicken, broccoli, raisins, celery, and almonds to the dressing; toss well to coat.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time. For the best texture, keep the dressing and nuts separate until serving.