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BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad

This BBQ Chicken Pasta Salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the best of both worlds. It's perfect for a quick lunch, potluck, or light dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 cups cooked pasta such as rotini or penne
  • 1.5 cups shredded grilled chicken
  • 1 cup canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 0.5 cup diced red onion
  • 0.5 cup chopped celery
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons light mayo optional, for added creaminess
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta.
  2. Prepare the dressing.
  3. Combine the salad ingredients.
  4. Add the dressing.
  5. Chill before serving.
  6. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.