MEXICAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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Cool, refreshing salad with a Mexican flavor. This can be served as a side dish or entree. (Prep time includes 1 hour refrigeration time)

Provided by papergoddess

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 ounces penne pasta (2 cups uncooked)
2 cooked chicken breasts, diced (about 2 cups)
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 small zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, then sliced
1 -2 stalk celery, sliced thin
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced (optional)
4 green onions, sliced
1 (4 -7 ounce) can green chilies
1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
2 cups lettuce, chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream or 1/4 cup yogurt
2 tablespoons ReaLime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, rinse, and set aside.
  • Combine all vegetables in a large bowl.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients; stir thoroughly.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.
  • Chill 1 hour, then serve.
  • Note: Instead of mixing lettuce into salad, you can layer it on top to keep it from wilting.

Luca Wasley
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This salad is so good, I could eat it every day.


Haroon Roni
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind.


Yoshi Beltran
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This is the perfect salad to serve at a party or potluck.


Jaelin McDaniel
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I love that this salad is healthy and flavorful.


sylvia de la rosa ramos
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This salad is so versatile. I've added different vegetables and proteins, and it's always delicious.


Shfiq Naz
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I'm always looking for new ways to make pasta salad, and this one is definitely a winner.


Jehoshaphat Williams
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


basanta Kc
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but it really works in this salad.


Frankie Sowers
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The dressing for this salad is simply amazing!


Abdulla Khider
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I love the combination of sweet corn, black beans, and tomatoes in this salad.


Ellie Fama
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I've tried many Mexican chicken pasta salad recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Sobuz Mehedi
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time but still want to make something delicious.


Nicole Bettison
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I made this salad for dinner last night and my family loved it!


MD Soni
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Shawaiz Prince
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This is the perfect salad to bring to a summer cookout or picnic.


Yeasin Bhuiyan
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I love that this salad is light and refreshing, but still has plenty of flavor.


Solomon Jonathan
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Saqib Saqibmeo
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is a game-changer! The dressing is creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is perfectly cooked.


Asghar Asghar
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This Mexican chicken pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique blend of flavors and textures.


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