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Crack Chicken Pasta Salad

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
20 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. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 10 slices cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup green onions
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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 (20%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 330IU (7%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 118mg (12%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

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.