Craving something bold, creamy, and packed with protein? This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad is the ultimate combination of spicy buffalo flavor, hearty chicken, tender pasta, and crisp veggies. It’s a perfect meal prep recipe for busy weeks or a fun, crowd-pleasing dish for barbecues and parties. With just the right amount of heat and tangy flavor, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta (rotini or bowtie recommended)

• 1½ cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded

• ⅓ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)

• ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp ranch dressing

• ½ red bell pepper, diced

• 1 stalk celery, diced

• ¼ red onion, finely chopped

• ¼ cup crumbled feta or blue cheese (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Chopped green onion or parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Cook the pasta: Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.

2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, mix together buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, and ranch dressing until smooth and well combined.

3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, diced bell pepper, celery, and red onion.

4. Toss with dressing: Pour the buffalo-yogurt dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.

5. Finish and chill: Add crumbled feta or blue cheese if using. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for at least 20–30 minutes for the best flavor.

6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onion or parsley before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: ~400–450

• Protein: ~30g

• Carbohydrates: ~35g

• Fat: ~18g

• Fiber: ~2g

• Sugar: ~3g

• Sodium: ~700mg