BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad
BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that combines tender pasta, juicy grilled chicken, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty BBQ ranch dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick meal, this salad bursts with flavor and color, making it as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, it’s a must-have addition to any potluck or picnic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Shred or cube the cooked chicken and set aside.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and green onions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with shredded chicken and chopped veggies.
- In a separate bowl, mix ranch dressing and BBQ sauce until smooth. Pour over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg