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Prepare the dressing by combining all of the ingredients.
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain water and add noodles to a large bowl. Toss the cooked noodles in about half of the teriyaki sauce and refrigerate until cooled.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and grill until cooked through. Use two forks to shred the chicken.
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Combine the spinach, cooked chicken, peanuts, dried cranberries, sliced water chestnuts, mandarin oranges, and chopped onion in a large salad bowl. Add the pasta to the bowl and toss to combine. Add additional dressing, to taste.
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*Note: My favorite brand of teriyaki sauce is "Yoshida's", but any good quality, thicker style teriyaki sauce works best.