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Chicken Club Pasta Salad

Delicious Chicken Club Pasta Salad for Perfect Summer Picnics

Enjoy a refreshing Chicken Club Pasta Salad, perfect for summer picnics with a blend of succulent chicken, crispy bacon, and colorful veggies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Corkscrew Pasta Substitute with rotini or fusilli for better sauce adherence.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Italian-Style Dressing Feel free to use homemade dressing or substitute with vinaigrette.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Replace with Greek yogurt for a lighter option if desired.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Use grilled chicken for a smokier flavor.
  • 6 slices Cooked Bacon Turkey bacon can be a leaner alternative.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Any diced tomato can work.
  • ½ cup Shredded Muenster Cheese Monterey Jack is a suitable substitute.
  • ½ cup Celery Substitute with cucumber for a unique twist.
  • ½ cup Green Bell Pepper Can swap for red or yellow peppers.
  • 1 ripe Avocado Add just before serving to maintain color.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt. Add the corkscrew pasta and cook it for one minute less than the package instructions, about 7–9 minutes, until al dente.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Italian-style dressing and mayonnaise until completely smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the cooled pasta to the dressing mixture, followed by the chopped cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded muenster cheese, diced celery, and chopped green bell pepper.
  4. Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold the salad mixture to combine all the ingredients while being gentle to avoid breaking up the pasta.
  5. Cover the Chicken Club Pasta Salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Before serving, give the Chicken Club Pasta Salad a gentle toss and spoon it into serving bowls or a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

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