BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad
A creamy and zesty pasta salad that combines BBQ chicken with hearty ingredients for a flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup grilled chicken, chopped
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Grill the Chicken: If using fresh chicken, season with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Chop into pieces.
- Prepare the Black Beans: Open, drain, and rinse the can of black beans well.
- Mix the Creamy Dressing: In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce and ranch dressing until smooth.
- Combine It All: In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, black beans, cheese, and dressing. Mix gently.
- Season: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill (Optional): Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time—just add dressing before serving to keep it fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: BBQ chicken, pasta salad, summer recipe, quick dinner, family recipe