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Easy Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Easy Chicken and Bacon Pasta Salad

This easy chicken pasta salad with bacon is creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. Made with tender chicken, peas, mozzarella, and a simple mayo dressing, it's perfect for potlucks, lunches, and summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 12 ounces short pasta (rotini or penne)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • ½ cup cooked bacon bits
  • 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • ¼ cup shaved Parmesan (long shavings)
Dressing
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cool water, and let cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the pasta, chicken, bacon, peas, and mozzarella. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Garnish with Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Rotisserie chicken works great in this recipe.
  • Chill before serving for the best flavor.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
  • Not recommended for freezing.

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