Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad: Easy Twist with Turkey Bacon
Enjoy a delicious and easy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad with a twist of turkey bacon, perfect for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 4 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Add the cooked pasta, celery, red onion, and turkey bacon to the mixture.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with blue cheese before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped cucumbers or bell peppers.
- This salad can be made a day ahead for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 21 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipes