This is an easy to make salad, perfect to take to a potluck. It's filling enough for dinner, hopefully some leftovers for lunch the next day. If you like it spicier a little hot sauce can be added.
Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad
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Category
Lunch
Cuisine
Southwestern
This is an easy to make salad, perfect to take to a potluck. It's filling enough for dinner, hopefully some leftovers for lunch the next day. If you like it spicier a little hot sauce can be added.
Ingredients
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2 c pasta, cooked and drained
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1 lb chicken, cubed or in strips
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1 pkg. taco seasoning
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1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
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3-4 green onions, chopped
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1 pint cherry tomatoes, chopped
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1-2 cobs of corn, cooked and sliced off the cob
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1 avocado, diced
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1/4c fresh cilantro, chopped
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feta or cotija cheese, crumbled
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6 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp lime juice
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2 tsp honey
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1/2 tsp dried cumin
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1/2 tsp dried coriander
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1/2 tsp salt and pepper
Salad
Dressing
Directions
Cook the chicken in the taco seasoning according to the package directions.
Combine the cooked pasta, beans, onions, corn and tomatoes in a large bowl.
Add the chicken and toss.
Add the dressing, mix well.
Gently stir in the avocado, cheese and cilantro.
Season with salt and pepper if needed.