Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Ann's Chicken Pasta Salad

4 cups cooked chicken breasts- cubed
6 cups cooked pasta-bows or rotella
1 1/2 cups green grapes halved
1 1/2 cups red grapes halved
2 can sliced water chestnuts quartered
1 10 oz. can pineapple tidbits drained
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 cups almonds or cashews
2 cups craisins

Dressing
1 16 oz. bottle Coleslaw dressing (your favorite)
1/2 cup mayo
1/2 cup Miracle Whip

Blend all ingredients, except nuts and craisins.  Marinate several hours or overnight.  Add nuts and craisins just before serving.  Serves 30.

1 comment:

Mrs. Knight said...

I've made this salad several times, both for my family and for large gatherings. It's always a big hit. I cut it in half when I do it for my family.