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Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is packed with flavor and color! Rotini pasta, diced chicken, and a homemade ranch dressing make this tasty side dish!

Ingredients :

  • 12 ounces rigatoni rotini, or penne
  • 2 cups cooked chopped chicken
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled, extra for garnish if desired
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
  • 3 green onions sliced, plus more for garnish
  • chopped fresh parsley or dill for garnish, optional
  • Dressing
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 package ranch seasoning mix or see notes for a from scratch version

Directions :

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water per the package directions. Drain well and run under cold water. Set aside.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with green onions and serve.