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Chicken Club Pasta Salad

Savor the Summer with Chicken Club Pasta Salad Delight

Enjoy a delightful Chicken Club Pasta Salad that's perfect for summer gatherings, featuring chicken, bacon, and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta Any pasta shape can be used if preferred.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Italian-style salad dressing Homemade dressing can elevate the flavor.
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise Consider low-fat mayo or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
For the Protein
  • 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken Leftover grilled chicken or turkey works well too.
  • 6 slices crispy cooked bacon Opt for turkey bacon for a lighter touch or omit for vegetarian variant.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup chopped celery Can swap with bell peppers for a different flavor.
  • 1 piece chopped green bell pepper Feel free to mix colors or omit entirely.
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes Grape tomatoes or diced regular tomatoes are great substitutes.
  • 1 piece avocado Add just before serving to keep it fresh.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup cubed Muenster cheese Substitute with cheddar or mozzarella as desired.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and toss in the corkscrew-shaped pasta. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Italian-style salad dressing and mayonnaise. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the cooled pasta, chopped rotisserie chicken, crispy cooked bacon, cubed Muenster cheese, chopped celery, chopped green bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes. Stir gently until combined.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Just before serving, add freshly chopped herbs or fold in the diced avocado. Serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Rinse the pasta after cooking to prevent clumping. Whisk the dressing separately for better flavor distribution. Adjust moisture with additional dressing if needed. Feel free to mix in seasonal veggies.

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