Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 , 12 ounce
• 0.25 cups sesame seeds
• 0.25 cups salad oil
• 0.75 cups soy sauce
• 0.5 cups white wine vinegar
• 3.5 tablespoons sugar
• 2 cups cubed , cooked chicken
• 0.5 cups chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cups coarsely chopped green onion
• 4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in sesame seeds and cook until golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Pour dressing into a sealable container, and set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, mix together pasta, cooked chicken, and 1 cup dressing (reserve remaining dressing). Cover salad, and refrigerate at least 6 hours.

4. 4

   Directly before serving, stir in parsley, green onions, and spinach. Toss with remaining dressing, if desired.