Description

This Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad combines tender pasta, crispy bacon, and flavorful ranch dressing for a delightful meal. Perfect for quick lunches or summer picnics, it’s easy to prepare and packed with delicious ingredients.

Ingredients

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3 cups uncooked fusilli or rotini pasta
5 strips bacon cut into small pieces
1/2 medium red onion chopped
2 cups shredded cooked/rotisserie chicken
2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes cut into halves
1/2 cup ranch dressing
Fresh parsley chopped, to taste (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare ranch dressing if using homemade; place in the fridge until needed.
Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta according to package instructions and rinse under cool water, draining thoroughly afterward.
Cut bacon into small pieces and cook until crispy; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess fat.
Chop onion, chicken, tomatoes, and parsley (if desired) and add to a large salad bowl. Mix in the cooked pasta and bacon.
Toss everything with ranch dressing, adjusting the amount to taste, and add salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Notes

You can use store-bought ranch dressing for convenience.
Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins.
This salad is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 430
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 790mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 50mg