Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad
If you’re searching for a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, this Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad is the perfect choice for busy weeknights and family gatherings. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy ranch dressing mixed with perfectly cooked pasta, this salad offers a delightful combination of tastes and textures. It’s not only delicious but can be served warm or chilled, making it ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a satisfying dinner. With its fresh ingredients and versatile nature, this pasta salad will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1/4 red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1.5 cups ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente; rinse with cold water to cool.
- Heat a pan to cook the chicken seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown on both sides.
- Chop the bell pepper, onion, and parsley while the chicken cooks.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, chopped veggies, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg