Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish combining chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and creamy ranch, perfect for al fresco dining.
Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: American
Keyword: buffalo chicken, Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad, chicken salad, easy salad, Pasta Salad, picnic food
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Large pot
large bowl
spatula
Plastic Wrap
For the Salad
- 2 cups cooked pasta use your favorite pasta shape
- 1 cup shredded chicken leftover rotisserie chicken works perfectly
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup celery chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Chilling
- 30 minutes Chill time to allow flavors to meld
Preparation
Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add your favorite pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta with the shredded chicken.
Pour the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing over the pasta and chicken. Stir gently to ensure every piece is coated.
Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped celery, sliced green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Use a spatula to toss everything together until well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Optional: Top with extra cheddar cheese before serving for added flair.
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg