Black Bean Chicken Pasta Salad With Creamy Cilantro Dressing

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From recipelink.com, i wanted a similar recipe, or copycat to the chicken cilantro salad that albertsons sells in my area. I posted a request on this board and got this reply. Sounds good and plan on trying soon.

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Steps

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Prepare dressing.

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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

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Cook chicken in hot oil for 6-8 minutes , stirring occasionally , until no longer pink in th center.

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Toss chicken , chili powder , garlic and salt.

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Set chicken aside.

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Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

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Rinse with cold water.

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Mix pasta , chicken , dressing , tomato and beans.

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Enjoy !.

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Creamy cilantro-pesto dressing.

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1 1 / 2 cups chopped cilantro.

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1 / 2 cup shredded parmesan cheese.

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1 / 3 cups pine nuts.

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1 / 3 cup olive oil.

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1 / 4 cup whipping cream.

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1 teaspoons grated lemon peel.

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1 tbsp.

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Lemon juice.

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1 / 8 teaspoons ground red pepper.

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2 cloves garlic.

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Place all above ingredients in a food processor or blender.

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Cover and process until smooth.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, boneless skinless chicken breast, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, rigatoni pasta, tomatoes, black beans