Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

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This recipe combines fresh Smart Chicken tenders, homemade ranch dressing, bacon, and pasta. This creamy salad is a great side dish for any barbeque or gathering. 

(Serves 8)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Smart Chicken Tenders

  • 8 oz rotini, cooked and chilled

  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/3 cup red onion, small diced

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 6 pieces bacon, chopped

Toss until combined. Chill until needed.

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon parsley, dried

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon dill weed

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Stir until combined. Add to salad to serve

Directions

Season Smart Chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Roast in oven 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Once cooled, dice chicken tenders and toss into salad. Combine ingredients for dressing, and whisk. Fold dressing into salad, chill until ready to eat!