Ensalada de Pasta con Pollo y Salsa Ranchera

Ingredientes

• 3 cups uncooked fusilli or rotini pasta
• 5 strips bacon (cut into small pieces)
• 1/2 medium red onion (chopped)
• 2 cups shredded cooked/rotisserie chicken
• 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes (cut into halves)
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing ((use my recipe or bottled))
• Fresh parsley (chopped, to taste (optional))

Preparación

1. 1

   If making my ranch dressing, do that first and then keep it in the fridge until you're ready to use it.

2. 2

   Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta. Cook according to package directions and rinse the pasta under cool water once it's cooked. Let it drain thoroughly.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, cut the bacon up into small pieces (I use kitchen shears to make it easy). Cook until crispy and then transfer it to a paper towel lined plate.

4. 4

   Prep your onion, chicken, tomatoes, and parsley (if using), and add them to a large salad bowl. Add the pasta and bacon when they're ready to go.

5. 5

   Toss with the dressing (start with 1/2 cup and add more if needed) and season with salt & pepper if needed. Serve immediately or chill first.