Chicken Club Pasta Salad

Why Make This Recipe

Chicken Club Pasta Salad is a great dish when you want something quick, easy, and full of flavor. It has all the tasty ingredients of a classic club sandwich but in a cool, creamy pasta salad. It’s perfect for hot days when you don’t want to cook a lot.

This salad is also very filling. It has chicken for protein, pasta for carbs, and fresh vegetables for crunch. Plus, the bacon adds a delicious smoky flavor that makes every bite exciting. You can serve it for lunch, dinner, or even take it to a picnic or potluck.

What’s really great about this recipe is how simple it is to put together. You just cook the pasta and bacon, mix everything in a bowl, and chill. That’s it! You can even make it ahead of time, so it’s ready when you are. Kids and adults both love it!

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How to Make Chicken Club Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 3 cups uncooked rotini pasta
• 1 cup ranch dressing
• 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Directions:

1. Cook the pasta as the package says. Drain and rinse with cold water. Let it cool.
2. In a big bowl, mix the ranch dressing and barbecue sauce.
3. Add the cooked pasta, chicken, tomatoes, cheese, red onion, and cilantro. Stir everything gently to coat with the sauce.
4. Add the crumbled bacon on top and mix again.
5. Put the salad in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors mix well.
6. Serve cold and enjoy!