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diced chicken, tender pasta noodles, crumbled bacon, and ranch dressing combined into a pasta salad
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Indulge in a mouthwatering Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad, bursting with the savory combination of diced chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy Ranch dressing, perfect for satisfying your summer cravings.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bacon, chicken, chicken bacon ranch pasta salad, pasta salad, ranch, ranch pasta salad with bacon
Servings: 12
Calories: 330kcal
Author: The Cookin' Chicks

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 1/2 lb bacon *cooked/crumbled
  • 3/4 cup Ranch dressing
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese *shredded
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions
  • 2 cups chicken *cooked/diced

Instructions

  • Boil water in a large pot and cook the Barilla Rotini until al dente.
  • While pasta is cooking, cook chicken and sprinkle with desired seasonings. (I used garlic powder and about 2 tablespoon Ranch dressing)
  • Once pasta is cooked, drain and rinse with cold water until pasta is no longer warm.
  • Add pasta to a mixing bowl and combine with cooked chicken and crumbled bacon.
  • Mix in the cheese and onions.
  • Pour the Ranch dressing on top and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Place bowl in your refrigerator until ready to serve!!

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 306mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 1mg
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