This Chicken and Cheddar Pasta Toss is the ultimate comfort food side dish or light main. It combines tender cooked chicken, sharp cheddar cheese cubes, and sweet bell peppers with no-boil pasta ribbons. The ingredients are tossed in a tangy Italian salad dressing, creating a creamy yet refreshing texture. Chilled overnight, the flavors meld beautifully, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to assemble with pantry staples and leftovers, offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbs. Serve it cold or at room temperature for a meal that is as convenient as it is delicious.
Chicken And Cheddar Pasta Toss
Description
This Chicken and Cheddar Pasta Toss is the ultimate comfort food side dish or light main. It combines tender cooked chicken, sharp cheddar cheese cubes, and sweet bell peppers with no-boil pasta ribbons. The ingredients are tossed in a tangy Italian salad dressing, creating a creamy yet refreshing texture. Chilled overnight, the flavors meld beautifully, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to assemble with pantry staples and leftovers, offering a satisfying balance of protein and carbs. Serve it cold or at room temperature for a meal that is as convenient as it is delicious.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the no-boil pasta ribbons in a large bowl and cover completely with boiling water.
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Let the pasta stand for 10 minutes, separating the noodles occasionally with a fork to prevent clumping.
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Drain the pasta well, then rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and drain again.
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If using frozen chicken tenders, ensure they are cooked and thawed, then halve them crosswise.
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Return the drained pasta to the large mixing bowl.
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Add the prepared chicken, cheddar cheese cubes, sliced bell peppers, and chopped pepperoni to the bowl.
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Pour the Italian salad dressing over the mixture and sprinkle with cracked black pepper.
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Toss gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
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Just before serving, fold in the torn curly endive and halved cherry tomatoes.
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Give the salad one final gentle toss and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 131.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.1g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.0g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
- Sugars 0.5g
- Protein 5.0g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
