Fiesta Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Fiesta Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; vegetable oil cooking spray; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 (1 1/8 ounce) package hidden valley fiesta ranch dip mix; 1 lb penne pasta; 6 green onions, sliced; 1/2 green bell pepper, diced; 1 stalk celery, diced; 8 ounces shredded cheese (I use Sargento's Mexican 4 Cheese Blend); 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup chicken broth
1 (1 1/8 ounce) package hidden valley fiesta ranch dip mix
1 lb penne pasta
6 green onions, sliced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
8 ounces shredded cheese (I use Sargento's Mexican 4 Cheese Blend)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream

1
Lightly brown chicken in pan sprayed with cooking spray. Add chicken broth and 1 teaspoon of Fiesta Dip mix. Bring to boil, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
2
Remove chicken and set aside to cool, reserving broth in pan.
3
Add broth to water for cooking pasta, and cook according to package directions. Drain and cool slightly.
4
Cut chicken into small chunks and mix with pasta and vegetables in large bowl.
5
Mix remaining Fiesta Dip mix with mayonnaise and sour cream and add to the pasta bowl, mixing to coat well.
6
Gently stir in shredded cheese, and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving for flavors to blend.

1463

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, vegetable oil cooking spray, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 (1 1/8 ounce) package hidden valley fiesta ranch dip mix, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Chicken Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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