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Cool Chicken Taco Pasta Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450
A quick and flavorful pasta salad combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 pound fusilli pasta

Protein

  • 3 cups chopped cooked chicken ((leftover or rotisserie))

Vegetables

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes ((halved))
  • 1 cup chopped scallions
  • 3.8 ounces sliced black olives ((1 can))
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Dressing

  • 8 ounces French or Catalina Dressing ((1 bottle))
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
  • 4.5 ounces Old El Paso Chopped Green Chiles ((1 can))
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese ((optional))

Instructions 

  • Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions, then rinse with cold water and drain.
  • Combine cooked pasta, chicken, tomatoes, scallions, olives, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • Mix dressing, sour cream, taco seasoning, and green chiles until smooth, then pour over the salad and toss.
  • Sprinkle with cheese if desired, cover, and chill before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime or chopped avocado before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Pasta, taco