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BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad

BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad

This BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines chicken, pasta, and fresh vegetables in a tangy BBQ sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
Pasta & Vegetables
  • 8 oz short pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red and yellow)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
Dressings
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
Garnish
  • Fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Grill or Skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or sauté over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  3. Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces while warm, then mix with BBQ sauce until fully coated.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and corn. Stir gently.
  5. Pour Italian dressing over the mixture along with shredded BBQ chicken. Toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 14g

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding ingredients such as avocado or black beans for extra creaminess and flavor.

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