BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad

 

 Salad dishes that can be enjoyed as a whole meal are a fantastic win in my book. BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad is a delightful pasta salad that is ideal for a Pot Luck BBQ or to put food on the table. With its zesty flavor and ease of preparation, this recipe will quickly become a favorite family supper.

 

Ingredients

2 Cup Cooked Chicken diced

1 Can Black Beans Rinsed and Drained

1 1/2 Cup Corn Rinsed and Drained

1 Bunch Green Onions Chopped and diced

1/2 Cup Tomato Diced

1/4 Cup Ranch Dressing Mix

1 Cup Sour Cream

1/2 Cup BBQ Sauce

1 lb Pasta

2 Cup Corn Chips Frito Chips

1/2 to 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese

 

Directions

Roasted cubed or shredded chicken is called for in this dish. Rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken works well.

In the Instant Pot, combine 1 pound of pasta with just enough water to cover, and pressure cook for 5 minutes with a 5-minute Natural Pressure Release. OR Cook the pasta according to package directions on the stovetop. To add flavor to pasta, broth can be used for water.

Drain the pasta after rinsing it in cold water.

Corn and beans should be rinsed and drained. Black beans are my favorite. Kidney or pinto beans can also be used as an alternative.

Tomatoes and onions, diced.

 

Inside a small mixing bowl, combine the Powdered Ranch Dressing Mix and the Sour Cream. Blend until smooth. Mix in the BBQ sauce. Set aside after combining all of the ingredients.

Toss the cubed chicken, beans, corn, onion, tomatoes, and pasta in a large mixing basin. Toss and combine all of the ingredients.

Mix in the sauce until well combined.

When serving, toss in the chips to mix. Optionally, top with cheese.