Spaghetti Picnic Salad Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Picnic Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 to 2 lbs. boneless chicken breast or possibly thighs, skinned and cut into strips; 1/2 c. Red Salsa; 1 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt, divided; 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 pound pkg. spaghetti, broken in half, uncooked; 2 (16 ounce.) cans pinto or possibly kidney beans, liquid removed; 1 lg. tomato, seeded and minced; 1/2 c. sliced green onions; 1/2 c. sliced pitted ripe olives; 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese; 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1 1/4 c. lowfat sour cream; 1/3 to 1/2 c. Red Salsa; 3 c. torn lettuce; 2 crushed Nacho chips

Servings: persons

1 to 2 lbs. boneless chicken breast or possibly thighs, skinned and cut into strips
1/2 c. Red Salsa
1 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt, divided
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 pound pkg. spaghetti, broken in half, uncooked
2 (16 ounce.) cans pinto or possibly kidney beans, liquid removed
1 lg. tomato, seeded and minced
1/2 c. sliced green onions
1/2 c. sliced pitted ripe olives
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/4 c. lowfat sour cream
1/3 to 1/2 c. Red Salsa
3 c. torn lettuce
2 crushed Nacho chips

1
In medium bowl, combine chicken, 1/2 salsa and 1/4 tsp.
2
seasoned salt; mix well.
3
Marinate in refrigerator 1 hour.
4
In medium skillet, heat oil.
5
Add in chicken mix.
6
Cook till chicken is cooked through; cold slightly.
7
Prepare spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
8
In large bowl, combine spaghetti and chicken mix; toss to coat.
9
In small bowl, blend lowfat sour cream, 1/2 c. Salsa and remaining 1 tsp.
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seasoned salt.
11
Add in spaghetti mix; toss to coat.
12
Cover; refrigeratethoroughly.
13
Before serving, add in lettuce; toss to mix.
14
Serve on lettuce lined platter topped with Nacho chips.
15
Chill leftovers.

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 to 2 lbs. boneless chicken breast or possibly thighs, skinned and cut into strips, 1/2 c. Red Salsa, 1 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt, divided, 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti Picnic Salad Recipe 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!