Description
Indulge in a delightful Chicken Turkey Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad, perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner. This creamy and flavorful dish combines tender chicken, crispy turkey bacon, and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a rich ranch dressing. Whether you serve it as a main dish or a side, this pasta salad is sure to impress everyone at the table. With just 30 minutes of preparation, it’s a quick and easy option that can be enjoyed by the whole family, including picky eaters. Ideal for meal prep, this salad stores well in the fridge, making it a convenient choice for lunches throughout the week. Get ready to savor every bite of this delicious pasta salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz short pasta (uncooked)
- 8–10 slices thick cut turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 cups chicken (shredded or cubed)
- 10 ounces tomatoes (quartered)
- 1/4 cup thin sliced onion
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and pepper; adjust thickness with milk.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, turkey bacon, tomatoes, onions, parmesan cheese, and parsley; add about two-thirds of the dressing and toss gently.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving; adjust dressing consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg