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BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad

BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad: Your New Summer Favorite!

BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of flavors perfect for summer gatherings, packed with protein, colorful veggies, and a creamy ranch twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz. Cooked Rotini Pasta Swap in gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Breast Black beans or chickpeas make a great vegetarian substitute.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Canned or frozen works beautifully.
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Pepper All bell pepper varieties can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use dairy-free cheese for a versatile option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Optional, for garnishing.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand or go homemade.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Mixing with BBQ sauce creates a unique dressing.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked rotini pasta, shredded chicken breast, halved cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, diced bell pepper, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Gently fold these ingredients together until evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine your favorite BBQ sauce with ranch dressing. Whisk until fully blended and creamy.
  3. Drizzle the BBQ and ranch dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well coated.
  4. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the salad, mix well, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. After chilling, give it a gentle stir, transfer to a serving bowl, and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors beautifully. Customize by adding your favorite veggies or swapping chicken with black beans or chickpeas for vegetarian options.

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