Description
Barbecue Chicken Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of tender grilled chicken, al dente pasta, and crunchy vegetables tossed in a tangy barbecue dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners, this colorful dish is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. Customize it with your favorite veggies for an extra burst of flavor. Whether served at picnics or family dinners, this salad is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, green)
- ? cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
- ? cup barbecue sauce
- ? cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temp should reach 165?F). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop bell peppers and red onion into bite-sized pieces. If using fresh corn, grill alongside chicken.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine pasta, sliced chicken, chopped veggies, corn, barbecue sauce, and ranch dressing. Toss gently until well coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour to meld flavors.
- Serve: Transfer to serving bowls and enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg