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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad: Creamy, Crunchy, and Satisfying

This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad combines succulent chicken, tangy ranch, and a spicy kick, creating a refreshing meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups fusilli pasta cooked al dente
  • 1 cup celery finely diced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 2 stalks green onion chopped finely
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt substitute with mayonnaise if desired
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce adjust to spice tolerance
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Mixing Instructions
  1. Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a bowl, combine chicken breast, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until chicken is fully coated.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken mixture for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, celery, carrots, and green onions. Add yogurt and Buffalo sauce mixture along with ranch dressing. Toss to coat.
  5. Chop cooled chicken and fold it into the salad mixture. Ensure even distribution.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra Buffalo sauce or ranch dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimum flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Customize spiciness and enjoy as a meal prep option up to 48 hours in advance.

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