Description
A colorful and flavorful BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad that combines grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and creamy dressing for a delightful dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
- 1 cup grilled chicken, chopped
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup creamy dressing (ranch or BBQ)
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain well and let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, grilled chicken, black beans, corn, red onion, and cheese.
- Drizzle the creamy dressing over the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust accordingly.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Chill the salad for at least an hour before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: BBQ chicken salad, pasta salad, easy salad recipes, chicken pasta recipes