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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad That's Perfect for Summer Fun

Enjoy a delicious Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad, perfect for summer fun with its bold flavors and easy preparation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Substitution: Any short pasta like fusilli or penne.
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Strips Substitution: Grilled chicken, canned chicken, or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust the quantity based on desired heat level.
  • 1 cup Blue Cheese Dressing Substitution: Use Ranch dressing for a milder flavor.
For the Veggies
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Substitution: Green onions for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Substitution: Use other crunchy vegetables like celery or cucumbers.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large spoon or spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally. Once cooked, drain in a colander and cool under cold running water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blue cheese dressing and Buffalo sauce. Whisk together until smooth and creamy, adjusting the Buffalo sauce to taste.
  3. Add the cooled rotini pasta to the bowl with the dressing, followed by the cooked chicken strips, diced red onion, and chopped bell peppers. Gently toss everything to coat evenly.
  4. Transfer the mixed pasta salad into an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. Once chilled, gently stir the pasta salad and transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best served chilled. You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of Buffalo sauce used.

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