How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta?

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken, roasted and deboned, 1 12 lbs fusilli, cooked, ⅓ cup olive oil, 3 cups corn, and more.

Is Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta suitable as pasta & noodles?

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

How do I store leftover Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta?

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

Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta Recipe

Name: Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken, roasted and deboned; 1 12 lbs fusilli, cooked; ⅓ cup olive oil; 3 cups corn; 4 tomatoes, diced; 3 carrots, julienned; 1 red onion, diced; 2 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 ½ tablespoons lime juice; 2 chilies, minced (optional); 1 ¼ teaspoons chili powder; 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cumin; 1 bunch cilantro, chopped; salt

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta is a must-try. Made with chicken, fusilli, olive oil and corn. Easy step-by…

This Southwestern Chicken Salad With Pasta relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as chicken, roasted and deboned, fusilli, cooked, olive oil and corn. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 452 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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