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Spicy Buffalo Pasta Salad

Spicy Buffalo Pasta Salad That's Perfect for Meal Prep

A zesty Spicy Buffalo Pasta Salad that's packed with chicken, vibrant veggies, and a creamy dressing, perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Protein
  • 2 cups Orecchiette or any short pasta
  • 2 cups Chicken Breast or rotisserie chicken
For the Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika consider smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt kosher or sea salt recommended
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red Onion or yellow onion
  • 1 cup Carrots shredded or sliced
  • 1 cup Celery or bell peppers
  • 1 cup Scallions or chives
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce (Frank's RedHot) adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Yogurt preferably Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sheet pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  2. Cut the red onion into wedges and scatter them around the chicken. Roast for 18-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through to 165°F (75°C) and onions are caramelized.
  3. While roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and cool.
  4. Chop the chicken and red onion once cooled. Prepare the vegetables: chop the carrots, slice the celery, and thinly slice the scallions.
  5. Whisk together buffalo sauce and yogurt in a medium bowl until creamy. Adjust with more sauce if desired for spice.
  6. In a large bowl, combine orecchiette, chicken, roasted onion, and vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Let the pasta and chicken cool before mixing to maintain creaminess of the dressing. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for 2 months.

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