Name: Kraft Chicken Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz. tri-color rotini pasta; 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup black olives, sliced; 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup bell peppers (any color), diced; 1/2 cup cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup ranch dressing; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, bell peppers, cucumber, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and for the salad to chill.
Before serving, give the pasta salad a final toss to redistribute the dressing. You can adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with extra chopped parsley or a sprinkle of cheddar cheese for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Serve the Kraft Chicken Pasta Salad chilled and enjoy it as a tasty standalone meal or as a delightful side dish alongside grilled meats or sandwiches.

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