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BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad

BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad

A quick and easy BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad, packed with flavors and perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta can use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken opt for rotisserie chicken for quick prep
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Corn canned or frozen
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese replace with dairy-free cheese for a different twist
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley optional garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing consider Greek yogurt for a healthier alternative
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce adjust according to your sweetness preference
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until it's al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini pasta, shredded chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, corn, finely chopped red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Gently mix all the ingredients together.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and BBQ sauce until fully combined. Adjust the ratio as needed.
  4. Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta and vegetable blend. Toss everything gently to ensure even coating.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the salad and stir lightly to combine.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, adding fresh herbs as a garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute rotini with gluten-free pasta or use Greek yogurt instead of ranch dressing.

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