Summer Cilantro Chicken Pasta Salad 🍜 Torte Test Kitchen

grilled chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile with a higher smoke point.

black beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Chickpeas are a great source of protein and fiber.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley offers a similar flavor and is often more accessible.

Melt butter over medium heat in a large frying pan.

Sauté onions for 5 minutes, or until translucent.

Add tomatoes and sauté for 5 more minutes.

Add chicken stock, bring to a boil.

When boiling, add chopped chicken and corn.

Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until ready to serve.

Just before serving mix cornstarch and water in a separate container.

Add to pot to thicken.

Stir in cilantro and cream.

Add pasta, stir thoroughly, and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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