Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Pasta Salad
30 min.
8
524kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta salad game? Introducing the Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances savory flavors and satisfying textures. This recipe is not only dairy-free but also packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for a hearty lunch, a side dish at your next gathering, or even a main course that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine tender pieces of boneless chicken breasts sautéed to perfection in crispy bacon drippings, combined with the delightful crunch of fresh vegetables like carrots and green onions. The addition of sweet peas adds a pop of color and sweetness, while the ranch dressing ties everything together with its creamy, zesty flavor. This dish is a feast for the eyes and the palate!

Ready in just 30 minutes, this Chicken-Bacon-Ranch Pasta Salad is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep for the week ahead. With 524 calories per serving, it’s a satisfying option that won’t weigh you down. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or simply looking for a delicious meal, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon diced
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • lb pasta 
  • cup peas sweet frozen (from 12-oz bag)
  • cup carrots chopped
  •  spring onion sliced
  • cup ranch dressing 
  • large tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. In large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. In bacon drippings, cook chicken over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center.
  2. Remove from heat; cool.
  3. Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package, adding peas and carrots during last 3 minutes of cooking time.
  4. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
  5. In large bowl, toss bacon, chicken and onions.
  6. Add pasta, peas and carrots.
  7. Add dressing; toss to combine.
  8. Garnish with tomato.
  9. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts

Calories524kcal
Protein18.61%
Fat42.71%
Carbs38.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.4
Glycemic Load
18.6
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.665217363316%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:523.95kcal
26.2%
Fat:24.58g
37.82%
Saturated Fat:5.52g
34.49%
Carbohydrates:50.08g
16.69%
Net Carbohydrates:46.27g
16.83%
Sugar:5.51g
6.13%
Cholesterol:58.61mg
19.54%
Sodium:499.64mg
21.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.1g
48.2%
Selenium:59.85µg
85.49%
Vitamin K:67.4µg
64.19%
Vitamin A:3127.4IU
62.55%
Vitamin B3:8.5mg
42.49%
Phosphorus:347.67mg
34.77%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.05%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.46%
Vitamin C:13.68mg
16.59%
Potassium:573.17mg
16.38%
Magnesium:61.14mg
15.28%
Fiber:3.8g
15.21%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
15.03%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.98%
Copper:0.25mg
12.71%
Zinc:1.78mg
11.84%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.55%
Folate:37.67µg
9.42%
Iron:1.64mg
9.09%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.21%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.57%
Calcium:42.81mg
4.28%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.16%