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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad combines comforting flavors with the freshness of a salad, perfect for lunches, potlucks, or family gatherings. It's easy to prepare and can be enjoyed chilled, making it a great dish for warm days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 8 oz pasta (your choice) Choose pasta that holds sauce well, like rotini or penne.
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Sauces and Dressings
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Adjust spice level based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Add a splash if the salad seems dry when serving leftovers.
Vegetables and Cheese
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled Can substitute with feta cheese or omit.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced Garnish before serving.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, diced celery, blue cheese, and green onions.
  3. Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be served as a main dish or a side dish. It can also be garnished with additional blue cheese and sliced green onions before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.