Delicious Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

This sesame chicken pasta salad is a perfect dish for a refreshing summer meal or a potluck gathering. The tender chicken, crunchy veggies, and chewy pasta are tossed in a flavorful sesame dressing that brings everything together. This dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights or when you want a quick and satisfying meal. Give this recipe a try and impress your taste buds!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini pasta
• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup sugar snap peas, sliced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
• For the dressing:
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, shredded carrots, sugar snap peas, red bell pepper, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, and toss well to coat all the ingredients.
5. Add the cooked and cooled rotini pasta to the bowl, and gently toss until everything is evenly distributed and coated in the dressing.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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