SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

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Dinner ready in 30 minutes! Enjoy this delicious pasta salad flavored with Old El Paso® salsa and made using chicken and corn - perfect for a Southwestern meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 oz. (2 cups) uncooked rainbow rotini (spiral pasta)
1 (9-oz.) pkg. frozen southwestern-flavored cooked chicken breast strips, thawed, diced
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and diced
1 large tomato, chopped
1 (11-oz.) can whole kernel sweet corn, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onions
4 oz. (1 cup) finely shredded Mexican cheese blend
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 (11-oz.) pkg. torn romaine and iceberg lettuce blend (6 cups)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook and drain rotini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix chicken, avocado, tomato, corn, onions and cheese. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salsa.
  • Add rotini to salad; stir gently to mix. Add mayonnaise mixture to salad; toss to coat. Arrange lettuce blend on individual plates. Spoon salad over lettuce. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 775 mg, Sugar 7 g

Afazuddin Afazuddin
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Jalysa
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were amazing and the chicken was so tender.


Douglas Johnson
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using less chili powder or cayenne pepper next time.


Ara Johnson
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I loved this recipe! The dressing was so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


Miley Matemane
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The flavors were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Emmanuel Mgba
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I made this recipe for my lunch today, and it was so good! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly crisp. The dressing was light and flavorful, and it all came together perfectly.


Tanbir Khan
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This recipe is perfect for a hot summer day. The pasta salad is light and refreshing, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


King 789
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted tofu for the chicken in this recipe. It turned out great! The tofu was nice and crispy, and the overall flavor of the dish was delicious.


Kyesha Kymahni
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the colorful pasta and the sweet and tangy dressing.


Biruk Mamo
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pasta salad turned out a little dry. I think I might have used too much chicken. Next time, I'll use less chicken and more vegetables.


Tinky Edmonds
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy dressing and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Imram Kamara
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This recipe was a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also added some black beans and corn to the salad for extra flavor and texture.


Ammed Gebleer
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This dish was delicious, but it was a little too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder or cayenne pepper next time.


Kim Rosen
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind! The dressing was light and tangy, and the chicken and vegetables were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again for my next picnic.


Kierie Nieuwoudt
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This recipe was a hit at my last potluck! It was so easy to make, and everyone loved the unique combination of flavors. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


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