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Rotisserie Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad

A creamy, crunchy rotisserie chicken pasta salad tossed in ranch for an easy make-ahead side or light meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups dried pasta mix of penne, rotini & shells (or any short pasta)
  • 6 cups water
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil optional, to toss with pasta and prevent sticking
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 4-6 green onions chopped
  • 1/2 rotisserie chicken about 2 cups cooked, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley Ranch dry dip mix from the packet
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 1 cup peas canned or frozen
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper start with 1/4 tsp and adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Spoon
  • refrigerator-safe container

Method
 

  1. Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add the 2 cups dried pasta and cook until tender, about 11 minutes (follow package directions).
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and return to the pot or a large bowl; toss with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking. Let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator until fully cooled, about 20 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt and 1/2 cup mayonnaise. Whisk in 2 tablespoons ranch dry mix, 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 2 Tbsp fresh), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4–1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add the chilled pasta, 1/2 rotisserie chicken (about 2 cups cubed), 4–6 chopped green onions, 1 cup shredded Colby Jack, and 1 cup peas to the dressing. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the pasta salad until very cold, at least 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning or mayonnaise if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use any short pasta mix you prefer.
  • May add a little extra mayo if the salad seems dry after chilling.
  • Allow pasta to cool completely before dressing to prevent thinning the dressing.
  • Frozen peas can be used thawed or briefly rinsed under warm water.