Chipotle Chicken Pasta Salad
A flavorful twist on pasta salad featuring smoky gouda, shredded rotisserie chicken, and a kick from chipotle sauce, perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup smoked gouda, shredded
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing ingredients
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooled pasta, smoked gouda, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
Dressing
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and chipotle sauce.
Combine
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve cold, perfect as a side dish or in lunch boxes. For more flavor, grill chicken instead of using rotisserie chicken. Add black beans or corn for more texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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