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BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad

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A cool, creamy pasta salad featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy ranch dressing, perfect for a quick meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked pasta (rotini or shells)
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked to 165°F)
  • 1 cup ranch dressing (thick for creaminess)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or canned (drained)
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta and cool until room temperature or colder.
  2. Shred cooked chicken, ensuring it reached 165°F if prepared fresh.
  3. Halve tomatoes, dice bell pepper, and finely chop red onion.
  4. Toss pasta, chicken, and vegetables together in a large bowl.
  5. Drizzle ranch dressing and mix until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Season, chill briefly, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, swap half the ranch for plain Greek yogurt. Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free dish.

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