Description

A creamy and flavorful pasta salad featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, ranch dressing, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

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3 cups cooked rotini pasta
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped green onions
3/4 cup ranch dressing
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chicken, bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cheddar cheese, and green onions.
Add ranch dressing to the bowl and mix until everything is evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep option.
You can substitute Greek yogurt ranch dressing for a lighter version.
This salad can be made a day ahead for better flavor integration.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 65mg