FIESTA CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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Bell peppers, cherry tomatoes and green onions add color and nutrition to this creamy pasta salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
1/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup cherry tomato halves
1/2 cup julienne strips green bell pepper
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup cubed cooked chicken or roast beef
Tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)
Old El Paso™ salsa (any variety)

Steps:

  • Empty pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse in cold water. Shake to drain.
  • Stir together Seasoning mix, sour cream, water and chili powder in large bowl. Stir in pasta-vegetable mixture, tomatoes, bell pepper and onion. Stir in chicken.
  • Line serving plate with tortilla chips. Mound salad onto chips; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Serve with salsa. Refrigerate any remaining salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1090 mg

tboy kelechi
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This is the best chicken pasta salad I've ever had. The flavors are amazing and the dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


CABDALLA SIMBA
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend it!


Brad Parkin
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a success. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Ayan Ali
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful pasta and the creamy dressing.


heathyycliffyy
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I love that this salad is so customizable. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add chopped bacon or avocado to my salad.


Harper Queen
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Earla Head
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Mary Kashinge
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This is one of my favorite recipes for chicken pasta salad. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Rebecca Bull
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This salad is very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, I often add chopped bell peppers or corn to my salad.


Udoka Victoria Victoria
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I've also made this salad with grilled chicken and it was just as good. The smoky flavor of the grilled chicken added a nice touch.


Kamruz Zaman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I often make a batch of roasted chicken on the weekend and then use it to make this salad during the week.


Sizwe Desire
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the combination of flavors and textures.


Cynthia Malley
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.


Kalu Grace
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I added some chopped avocado to my salad and it was delicious. The avocado added a creamy texture and a pop of color.


chukwu daniel
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The dressing was the perfect complement to the chicken and pasta. It was creamy and tangy, with just the right amount of spice.


Flakko Franklin
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The chicken was so tender and juicy. I cooked it in my slow cooker for 4 hours on low and it was fall-apart tender.


Hashim D'more
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to throw it together in no time and it turned out perfect.


Umair Chohan
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This fiesta chicken pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were amazing and the colors were so vibrant. I will definitely be making this again.


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