Description
A refreshing and flavorful BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rotini pasta
- 1 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rotini pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cheddar cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce and ranch dressing until well combined.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss again.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with black beans or chickpeas.
- Add diced avocado or sliced olives for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg