Crack Chicken Pasta Salad

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Crack Chicken Pasta Salad is made with the ultimate trio of shredded chicken breasts in ranch dressing with crispy bacon on a bed of al dente noodles!

Prep Time

20 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 587 kcal

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

1 lb. bow tie pasta or elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 lb. chicken breast boneless skinless
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
10 lices Bacon crumbled, cooked
1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
1/4 cup green onions
2 cups cherry tomato halved
1/2 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

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In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until golden and cooked through, 8 minutes per side. Let rest 10 minutes, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
To the bowl with pasta, add chicken, bacon, cheese, green onion, tomatoes, and ranch and toss until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 587kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 100mg (33%) Sodium 688mg (29%) Potassium 713mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 330IU (7%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 118mg (12%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 587

% Daily Value*

Calories	587kcal	29%
Carbohydrates	45g	15%
Protein	40g	80%
Fat	25g	38%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Cholesterol	100mg	33%
Sodium	688mg	29%
Potassium	713mg	15%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	2g	4%
Vitamin A	330IU	7%
Vitamin C	11mg	12%
Calcium	118mg	12%
Iron	1.7mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.