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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad: A Tangy Delight to Try!

A tangy and flavorful Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad that combines rotini pasta, shredded chicken, and a spicy buffalo sauce dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 cup celery diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and buffalo sauce until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta and chicken mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Add the blue cheese crumbles and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again to combine.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more buffalo sauce or diced jalapeños.
  • Substitute the ranch dressing with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

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