Description
This bold and flavorful pasta salad combines tender grilled chicken, colorful vegetables, and a creamy chipotle ranch dressing. It’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a satisfying weekday lunch.
Ingredients
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12 oz rotini pasta, cooked al dente
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2 cups grilled chicken, diced
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1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can corn, drained
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1 cup red bell pepper, diced
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1 cup red onion, diced
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1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
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½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 cup chipotle ranch dressing
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Optional: avocado, shredded cheese, jalapeños, lime wedges
Instructions
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Cook pasta, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
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Dice chicken and veggies, rinse beans and corn.
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In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, beans, corn, peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro.
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Pour in chipotle ranch dressing and toss until well coated.
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Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Garnish with avocado, cheese, or lime if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit chicken or replace it with chickpeas or tofu.
- Letting the salad chill helps enhance flavor.
- Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chipotle in the dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Dish
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: Southwest, American