Description

Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing with al dente pasta and fresh vegetables. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual family gatherings. The vibrant colors and flavors will captivate your taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether served as a filling lunch or a hearty side dish, it’s versatile enough to suit any occasion. Plus, with the option to customize ingredients and make it ahead of time, this pasta salad is sure to become a staple in your meal prep rotation!

Ingredients

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1 lb pasta (your choice)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 strips of turkey bacon (substitute with turkey bacon if desired)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/4 red onion
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups ranch dressing

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Instructions

Cook the pasta in heavily salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Cook bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Reserve some grease for cooking the chicken.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook in reserved bacon grease until golden brown and cooked through (about 8 minutes). Slice into strips.
Dice the green bell pepper, chop the red onion and parsley.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, sliced chicken, crispy bacon pieces, diced veggies, and ranch dressing. Toss well to coat.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 90mg