Veggie Lovers Chicken Blt Pasta Salad Recipes

BLT PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Rinse, drain and set aside in large mixing bowl.
• While the pasta is cooking, get started on the bacon. You want the bacon to be fully cooked but not too crispy. Drain the bacon and pat it dry with paper towelling to remove the grease.
• Meanwhile, chop the onions, tomatoes, avocado (if using). Tear romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
• Shred the cheese and the chicken (or you can chop the chicken).
• In a small mixing bowl, combine ranch dressing, mayonnaise and bbq sauce. Stir well to combine. Set aside.
• Place the shredded cheese, avocado, onions, tomatoes, romaine, chicken and bacon on top of the pasta in the large mixing bowl. Give it a gentle toss.
• Pour the dressing over top and stir well (gently) to combine.
• Add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to taste.
• Transfer salad to serving dish. May be served immediately or chilled for 30 minutes or overnight.
• If desired, keep a few pieces of bacon and shredded cheese aside to garnish the salad.

BLT CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Place salad greens in a large bowl. Sprinkle with tomatoes, chicken and bacon; garnish with eggs. Drizzle with dressing.

VEGGIE CHICKEN PASTA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in hot oil until browned completely, 3 to 5 minutes. Add asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, onion, and mushrooms; continue to cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle, about 5 minutes more.
• Pour chicken broth over the vegetable mixture, place a cover on the skillet, and continue cooking until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
• Stir cooked pasta into the vegetable mixture; season with red pepper flakes and top with feta cheese.

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN BLT SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta as directed on box.
• Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
• In large bowl, stir together seasoning (from Suddenly Salad™ box) and mayonnaise. Stir in drained pasta and remaining ingredients. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Cover and refrigerate any remaining salad.

VEGGIE LOVERS' CHICKEN BLT PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Combine pasta, chicken and vegetables in large bowl.
• Add dressing; toss to coat.
• Sprinkle with bacon.

BLT CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; mix well.
• Cover and chill until ready to serve.
• Place salad greens on a large serving platter.
• Sprinkle with tomatoes, chicken and bacon; garnish with eggs.
• Drizzle with dressing.

VEGGIE LOVERS COMBO SALAD

Steps:

• In a saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain beans and pat dry; place in a large bowl. Add remaining vegetables., Place mayonnaise, basil, vinegar and garlic in a food processor; process until blended. Add to vegetables and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour before serving. Just before serving, sprinkle with toppings as desired.