A versatile cold chicken and sweetcorn pasta salad that's not only refreshingly delicious but also bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. This protein-packed pasta salad with tender chicken, vibrant spinach, crunchy sweetcorn, and cucumber will keep you fueled up!
If you’re after another fresh and filling salad that’s just as easy to make, try my No-Mayo Chickpea Chicken Salad. It’s a light, protein-packed dish with tender chicken, hearty chickpeas, and crisp veggies, all tossed in a zesty dressing bursting with flavor!
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Make this easy pasta salad a go-to in your kitchen and enjoy a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. It’s the perfect hearty, balanced dish to brighten any day!
Love easy, refreshing salads like this sweet corn with chicken pasta salad? Then, you might also like my potato chickpea salad, aka Indian aloo chana chaat or nutty crunchy vegetable salad. Both of these recipes are perfect for spring and summer meals!
Ingredients
To make this corn and cucumber salad with chicken, you need the following items:
- Pasta - I use penne pasta for this salad, but you can opt for gluten-free pasta if needed. It serves as a great base, offering the perfect balance of carbs and texture.
- Chicken - Boneless, skinless chicken breast adds a hearty, protein-rich boost to the salad. For a plant-based alternative, feel free to use options like cheese, chickpeas, tofu, or other protein-rich ingredients.
- Corn - Frozen sweetcorn kernels. A touch of sweetness enhances the overall flavor profile.
- Spinach - Fresh baby spinach leaves add a vibrant color.
- Cucumber - Brings a refreshing crunch to the dish and complements other ingredients well.
- Looking for more refreshing cucumber sides? Check out these FODMAP cucumber salad boats!
- Mayonnaise - Fat-free. The base of the dressing adds richness and helps to blend the flavors.
- Greek yogurt - Adds a rich and creamy consistency to the dressing.
- Seasoning - Salt, black pepper, and Italian dressing, to taste.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Reasons to 💕sweet corn pasta salad
- This salad is packed with protein from the chicken and Greek yogurt, healthy carbs from the pasta, and vitamins and minerals from the spinach, corn, and cucumber. It’s a well-balanced meal in a bowl.
- Healthy, no mayo chicken salad recipe.
- It’s light, fresh, and packed with wholesome ingredients that leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.
- Easy to customize and simple to prepare.
- Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. It’s a crowd-pleaser that can be made ahead of time.
How to make chicken sweetcorn pasta salad?
You can find this easy, gluten-free sweet corn with chicken pasta salad video below, but here is an overview of the procedure:
Cook the pasta, chicken, and corn together
Bring a pot of water to a boil with a pinch of salt and a teaspoon of oil. Stir in the pasta and cook for 5-8 minutes. Add the chicken slices to the pot and cook for another 8-10 minutes. When the pasta and chicken are nearly cooked, add the frozen corn kernels and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Strain the pasta, chicken, and corn. Pour cold water over it to cool down. Keep it in the fridge.
Make homemade Greek yogurt - Optional step!
Pour the plain yogurt into a strainer for 30 minutes to separate the whey from the yogurt, resulting in a thicker, creamier consistency. This is what we call- Greek Yogurt.
Omit this step if you want to use store-bought Greek yogurt.
Combine the ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients (mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, seasonings). Stir in cold pasta, corn, and chicken, followed by spinach and cucumber.
Give it a good mix to coat the dressing well with each ingredient.
Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully until use.
Serve this chilled chicken and sweetcorn pasta salad for a light lunch, a side dish for your barbecue, or a make-ahead meal for busy days.
Serving Ideas
- Pair it with crispy garlic bread, cottage cheese avocado toast, or a crusty baguette for a more satisfying plate.
- Soups such as tomato, chicken soup, 3c soup, and butternut squash tomato soup also make a comforting pairing.
- Topped with a boiled fried egg masala or a poached egg.
- Add a refreshing, sweet element with a simple fruit salad or steamed and stir-fried vegetables.
- Serve with grilled meat and vegetables such as air-fried potatoes and carrots, or frozen roasted potatoes.
- Pair your meal with a cool, refreshing pineapple matcha or Indian masala lassi drink for a complete dining experience.
Storage
It is best to consume it on the same day you prepare it. You can store it in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Avoid keeping it at room temperature, as it contains chicken and cucumber that can spoil if not stored in a cool place.
Expert Tips
- Serve this chicken and corn pasta salad chilled. Keep it in the fridge until you serve it.
- Adding oil to the water while boiling pasta prevents the pasta from sticking together.
- Add mayonnaise and Greek yogurt in any proportion.
- Sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds on top for extra texture.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or dill for more flavor.
More Chicken Recipes
If you loved this creamy chicken and cold sweetcorn pasta, here are more tasty chicken recipes you might enjoy:
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Chicken and Sweetcorn Pasta Salad
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Ingredients
- 1 Cup Pasta
- 220 g Chicken breast without skin
- ¼ cup Corn Kernels frozen
- ¼ cup Baby spinach
- 1 Cucumber
- ½ cup Mayonnaise fat-free
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Italian dressing
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Boil the chicken, pasta in water with salt and oil for 8-10 minutes. Stir in frozen corn kernels and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Strain the pasta with chicken and corn. Pour cold water over it to chill the pasta. Keep it in the fridge to chill.
- OPTIONAL- Make your own greek yogurt by straining the creamy yogurt for half an hour. Or, just use store-bought Greek yogurt.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, salt (if req), black pepper and Italian dressing. Mix it well.
- Stir in cooked pasta, sweetcorns, chicken, baby spinach leaves, and cucumber.
- Give it a good mix to coat the dressing well with all the ingredients.
- Chill it. Serve and enjoy chilled chicken and sweetcorn pasta salad!
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Notes
- Cool down the pasta before combining all the ingredients.
- Chill the salad pasta in the fridge for at least 15-20 minutes before serving!
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