Spinach Chicken Pasta Salad

Step 1

In a small bowl or a jar, combine all the dressing ingredients and whisk to combine. If you are using a jar, simply put the lid on and shake well. Put in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to the package until it is al dente, you do not want it cooked all the way. Drain and rinse the pasta in cold water, pour pasta into a large bowl.

Step 3

Chop or shred the chicken. If you are using canned chicken, fluff it up a bit with a fork. If you are preparing the chicken now, cook it and season it to your liking. Avoid any major flavor seasonings, just a basic salt/pepper/garlic salt would work well with the other flavors in this recipe.

Step 4

Proceed to drain the cans of mandarin oranges, get as much of the liquid out as possible.

Step 5

Now, combine all the ingredients into the bowl with the cooked pasta. Start with the chicken, spinach and onions. Toss to combine well. Then, add in the craisins, oranges, parsley, and pumpkin seeds.

Step 6

Proceed to pour the teriyaki dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Serve cold and enjoy!