Shredded Chicken

1 lb Chicken
1 can black beans (or pinto, your preference)
1 jar of Salsa ( I use my home made salsa)

add all ingrediants to the crock pot, chicken can be frozen if you forget to thaw. Cook on low 6-8 hours. Shred chicken just prior to serving.

Serve with Tortillas for burritos or make your own Cafe Rio style salad.

Santa Rosa Chicken Salad

Next one is really good but needs to be prepared in advance

Santa Rosa Chicken Salad

2 cups long grain wild rice -cook as box instructs--- DO NOT USE SEASON PACKET
3 Chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
4 green onions- diced
1 red bell pepper - diced
2 med avocados
1 Cup chopped pecans (optional)

3 oz Chinese pea pods - fresh, remove ends and cut into thirds

Combine all ingredients except avocados and pecans. Place in refrigerator over night.

Dressing

2-3 cloves of garlic 1 tea salt
1/2 tea pepper 2/3 cup rice seasoned vinegar
1/2 teas Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp sugar
2/3 cup vegetable oil

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Cover and refrigerate over night. Mix salad, dressing 2-4 hours before you want to serve. Dice Avocados and add them with the pecans right before you serve. Serves 10-12

Thanks Tammy!!

Bowtie Salad

1 pkg Bowtie pasta
Romain Lettuce
Cooked Chicken
Croutons
Mushrooms (optional)
Cherry Tomatoes (optional)
Salad Dressing (pick your favorite)

Cook bowtie pasta as package directs, rinse in cool water. Mix pasta, lettuce, chicken croutons and mushrooms in large bowl, add salad dressing and toss. Dress with Cherry Tomatoes.
Serve with your favorite kind of Garlic Bread and dipping sauce.