Creamy Tortellini Salad with Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Dressing

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When I moved to Oklahoma, I discovered a pizza called “chicken bacon ranch” and this pasta salad is a nod to the flavors in the pizza. If desired, marinate chicken in ranch dressing, and grill chicken to bump up the flavor.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini

  • ¼ cup ranch dressing

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 8 ounces cubed, cooked chicken

  • 2 ½ ounces fresh mozzarella, diced

  • cup chopped cooked bacon

  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (optional)

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Run tortellini under cold water and drain. Store in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.

  2. Stir ranch dressing and milk together in a large bowl. Add chilled pasta, cooked chicken, mozzarella, bacon, green onions, and parsley.

  3. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

528 Calories
30g Fat
32g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 528
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 38%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 105mg 35%
Sodium 881mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 33g 66%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 160mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 221mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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