Chicken Pasta Salad with Creamy Dressing
A big-batch macaroni salad with chicken, bacon, crunchy vegetables, cheese, and a creamy mayonnaise and sour cream dressing.
By Cookin' Kitchen
- Total: 30 minutes
- Servings: 10 servings
Recipe
Chicken Pasta Salad with Creamy Dressing
A big-batch macaroni salad with chicken, bacon, crunchy vegetables, cheese, and a creamy mayonnaise and sour cream dressing.
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- Prep
- 20 minutes
- Cook
- 10 minutes
- Total
- 30 minutes
- Servings
- 10
Ingredients
For 10 servings
Pasta salad
Dressing
Equipment
- Large pot
- Bowl
- Non-stick skillet
- Paper towels
- Large bowl
- Serving bowl
Instructions
Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the salt, then cook the pasta according to the packet directions. Drain well and let cool.
Step 2: Mix the dressing ingredients in a bowl. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
Step 3: Place the bacon in a cold non-stick skillet. Turn the stove to medium-high and cook the bacon until golden. Drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Place the cooked pasta in a large bowl with all the pasta salad ingredients, reserving some bacon for garnish. Pour over the dressing and toss well.
Step 5: Set aside for 20 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with the reserved bacon, and serve.
Step 6: Store in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
For a no-mayonnaise option, use a creamy yogurt dressing such as Yogurt Ranch or Yogurt Potato Salad Dressing.
For the best flavor and texture, take the salad out of the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 548 kcal
- Fat
- 33 g
- Saturated fat
- 11 g
- Carbohydrates
- 37 g
- Sugar
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 3 g
- Protein
- 24 g
- Sodium
- 1,355 mg
- Cholesterol
- 76 mg
Estimated values; they will vary with the exact ingredients and brands you use.
About this recipe
This big-batch chicken pasta salad combines macaroni, chicken, bacon, crunchy vegetables, and shredded cheese with a creamy mayonnaise and sour cream dressing. Serve it as a picnic dish, a quick meal, or a side.
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