SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Erin Renouf Mylroie

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Summer     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     California     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced cooked chicken
8 green onions, chopped
6 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained
1 15-ounce can black beans, drained
1 12-ounce bottle mild green taco sauce
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain; rinse under cold running water and drain again.
  • Transfer pasta to large bowl. Add oil and toss to coat. Mix in chicken, green onions, tomatoes, hominy, beans, taco sauce and cilantro. Season salad generously with salt and pepper.

Kamile K
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I love the zesty flavor of this dish. The lime and cilantro add a nice brightness to the chicken and pasta salad.


Wayne Verte
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The pasta salad is packed with colorful veggies that are sure to boost your nutrient intake.


Your Father Gamer
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I made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! They said it was the best chicken and pasta salad they'd ever had.


Amamullah Miraz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Super Tawakkal TV
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I've tried this recipe with different types of pasta and it always comes out great. I love the versatility of this dish.


Arisha Ahmed
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This dish is a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. It's packed with protein, vegetables, and whole grains.


Shadow Nice
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Emeka Victor
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. The pasta salad is packed with colorful veggies that are sure to appeal to even the pickiest eaters.


Jimoh Afeez
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Records With Robin
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy meal.


Akinloye Toluwa
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I've tried many chicken and pasta salad recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.


Pupudu Chathuranga
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious! I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty and satisfying meal.


Distaw Man
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. The chicken was so tender and juicy and the pasta salad was the perfect side dish.


Nicole Chambers
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the pasta salad was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Mahim1367
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always comes out delicious. I've made it for potlucks and parties and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Power Man
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the pasta salad was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.