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Teriyaki Chicken Pasta Salad

Delicious Teriyaki Chicken Pasta Salad for Summer Vibes

A refreshing Teriyaki Chicken Pasta Salad that's perfect for summer gatherings, boasting vibrant colors and delicious flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta cook according to package instructions
  • 4 cups Spinach Leaves or substitute with arugula or kale
  • 1 cup Craisins or substitute with dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup Pine Nuts or substitute with slivered almonds
  • 1 can Mandarin Oranges or fresh orange segments
  • 1 lb Teriyaki Chicken Breast homemade or store-bought
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper or substitute with green bell pepper
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper or substitute with red or orange peppers
  • 1 cup Snow Peas or replace with sugar snap peas
  • 1 cup Broccoli or substitute with blanched green beans
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Teriyaki Sauce use low-sodium for health benefits
  • 2 tbsp Rice Wine Vinegar or substitute with white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce or substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil a little goes a long way
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for a stronger flavor
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar adjust based on taste
  • 2 tbsp Canola Oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Teriyaki Chicken Pasta Salad
  1. In a jar, combine the teriyaki sauce, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Add garlic powder, ground ginger, onion powder, salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and canola oil. Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until all ingredients are well mixed. Refrigerate the dressing while you prepare the salad.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse it briefly under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  3. While the pasta cooks, chop the teriyaki chicken into bite-sized pieces. Wash the spinach leaves and dice the red and yellow bell peppers. Trim the snow peas and cut the broccoli into small florets.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked bowtie pasta, chopped teriyaki chicken, spinach leaves, and all the diced vegetables. Toss in the craisins, pine nuts, and mandarin oranges.
  5. Drizzle the refrigerated dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss again, ensuring every piece is beautifully coated.
  6. Serve immediately for the best flavor, or store the salad components separately in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store pasta, veggies, and dressing separately until serving. Adjust sweetness of the dressing to your taste, and feel free to customize with seasonal veggies.

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