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Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad

Creamy Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad for Ultimate Flavor Boost

A delightful blend of smoky chipotles with creamy dressing in a Chicken Pasta Salad, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. A true crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Full-fat recommended for creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute fresh garlic if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Preferably freshly cracked.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional but recommended.
Salad
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Rotini or Penne) Cook al dente.
  • 2 cups Chicken Cooked and shredded.
  • 1 cup Red Onion Rinse in cold water for milder flavor.
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned are acceptable.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Cherry or diced as preferred.
  • 1 medium Avocado Add just before serving.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh herb for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cumin. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and toss until well-coated.
  4. Fold in red onion, black beans, corn, and tomatoes with a gentle motion.
  5. Carefully incorporate the chicken into the salad.
  6. Just before serving, fold in avocado and garnish with cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, let the salad rest in the fridge to enhance the flavors before serving.

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