If you're looking for a delicious and colourful dish that's perfect for a potluck, picnic, or any party, look no further than Betty's Colourful Ranch and Chicken Pasta Salad. This easy-to-make salad is packed with flavour and colour, thanks to a variety of colourful vegetables, tender cooked chicken, and a creamy ranch dressing. With its blend of sweet, savoury, and tangy flavours, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD
This delicious pasta salad has all the familiar flavors of chicken, bacon and ranch. Yoghurt is substituted for the traditional mayonnaise in this recipe.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; rinse with cold water. In large bowl, mix pasta, chicken, bacon, tomatoes and green onions.
- In small bowl, using whisk, beat yoghurt, milk, ranch dressing mix and black pepper. Add to pasta mixture; stir until mixture is incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
GARDEN RANCH PASTA SALAD
Salad's a snap for tonight's barbecue! A box of Suddenly Salad® mix and a few extras are all you need.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
- In medium bowl, mix seasoning mix, dressing and dill weed. Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients. Store any remaining salad covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD
Remember the Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad? This is close... but better. Careful, though - its pretty addictive! This recipe and many others can be found at the www.recipe4living.com website.
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 1 large salad
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix mayo, dressing mix, bacon bits, shredded carrots and onion powder. Chill this mixture while you continue making the rest of the salad.
- Cook pasta al dente, drain and cool. Fold in pasta carefully.
- Gently fold in peas last.
- Chill for several hours and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Refresh salad if needed with a tiny bit of mayo, but it usually doesn't need it.
- Garnish top with more bacon bits pieces. You can never have too much bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1510, Fat 62.3, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 1463.4, Carbohydrate 205.8, Fiber 13, Sugar 25.1, Protein 33.8
CHICKEN BACON RANCH SALAD
I always seem to have leftover cooked chicken. This simple, tasty salad is a great use of your leftover chicken, either white meat, dark meat, or a combination! Romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, avocado, and cherry tomatoes combine with ranch dressing, and everything is topped off with crunchy bacon. Use purchased ranch salad dressing, or stir up one of the buttermilk dressing recipes on the site. Enjoy for a hearty lunch with some crackers, or for dinner, with a crusty bread. This recipe is proportioned for one person, but it's easy to double or triple for your needs.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Chicken Salad
Time 15m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Line a salad plate with small Romaine lettuce leaves.
- Combine chopped romaine, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add ranch dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Serve salad on the prepared plate and top with crumbled bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fat 48.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 910.6 mg
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a flavorful dressing will make all the difference in your pasta salad.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This will prevent it from becoming mushy when you add it to the salad.
- Let the chicken cool before adding it to the salad: This will help prevent the chicken from overcooking and becoming dry.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and nutrients to your salad.
- Experiment with different dressings: A creamy ranch dressing is a classic choice, but there are many other delicious options to try, such as a vinaigrette or a pesto dressing.
- Don't be afraid to add your own personal touches: This is your salad, so make it how you like it! Add some extra herbs, spices, or cheese to taste.
Conclusion:
This colorful chicken pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing meal that's perfect for summer gatherings. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!
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