Cashew-Chicken Rotini Salad

Submitted by wyzgirl14

"This recipe is awesome! My family requests this often and it goes a long way! I got the recipe from Simple and Delicious magazine and have adapted it slightly to suit our tastes. Definitely worth making!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
• 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 1⁄2 cups sliced celery
• 3⁄4 cup thinly sliced green onion
• 1 cup red seedless grapes
• 1 cup green seedless grape
• 1 (6 ounce) package dried cranberries
• 1 1⁄4 cups ranch salad dressing
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 cups salted cashews
• 2 tablespoons dried tarragon

directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries.
3. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture.
4. In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise.
5. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
7. Just before serving, stir in cashews.