Description
A vibrant and satisfying pasta salad that combines cooked pasta, shredded chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy ranch dressing, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and corn.
- Pour the ranch dressing over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy chilled!
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken with chickpeas or grilled vegetables for a lighter option. This salad can be prepared a day in advance for improved flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg