Creamy Tortellini Salad with Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Dressing
Description
This pasta salad was created as a nod to a chicken-bacon-ranch pizza and delivers an incredible combination of savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
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1/4 cup ranch dressing
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1 tablespoon milk
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8 ounces cubed, cooked chicken
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2 1/2 ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
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1/3 cup chopped cooked bacon
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2 tablespoons chopped green onions
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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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.