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Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad

Savory Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad for Perfect Meal Prep

This Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad is a comforting meal prep option that combines smoky flavors and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or low-fat sour cream for fewer calories
  • 2 tablespoons Chipotle Peppers adjust quantity based on spice preference
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic, adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin omit if unavailable
Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta or penne/bowtie as alternatives
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken or rotisserie chicken/tofu for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn canned, fresh, or frozen
  • 1 cup Tomatoes diced or cherry tomatoes as a quick alternative
  • 1 avocado Avocado add before serving to prevent browning
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or parsley as a substitute

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add rotini, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. Rinse the pasta: Rinse under cold water for a minute to maintain shape and texture.
  3. Prepare the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cumin until smooth.
  4. Combine pasta and dressing: Add cooled rotini to the dressing, stirring gently until well coated.
  5. Fold in the vegetables: Add diced red onion, rinsed black beans, corn, and tomatoes, mixing delicately.
  6. Mix in the chicken: Gently fold in cooked chicken, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Add avocado and cilantro: Fold in diced avocado and garnish with cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Add avocado last to prevent browning. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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