Cashew Chicken Rotini Salad
Ingredients:
1 package (16 ounce) rotini or spiral pasta
4 cups cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounce) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 ½ cups celery
¾ cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (6 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews
Directions:
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Cook pasta according to package directions.
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries.
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Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture.
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In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Just before serving, stir in cashews.