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Spicy High Protein Buffalo Pasta Salad

Spicy High Protein Buffalo Pasta Salad for Flavor Lovers

A vibrant Spicy High Protein Buffalo Pasta Salad packed with protein from chicken and yogurt, perfect for meal prep and customization.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orecchiette Using Barilla ensures perfect al dente results.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For seasoning the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances the savory notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds warmth and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning water and chicken.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Red Onion Cut into wedges.
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or cut into matchsticks.
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped for freshness.
  • 1/2 cup Scallions Sliced for color.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Frank's RedHot preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt To create a creamy dressing.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C), season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
  2. Cut red onion into large wedges and arrange with chicken on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast chicken and onions for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and onions are tender.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add orecchiette, and cook according to package instructions for 9-11 minutes.
  5. Remove roasted chicken and onions, let rest, then chop chicken and slice onions. Prepare carrots, celery, and scallions.
  6. In a bowl, mix buffalo sauce with yogurt until well blended to create dressing.
  7. In a large bowl, combine orecchiette, chopped chicken, roasted onions, carrots, celery, and scallions. Toss with the dressing.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. If the salad seems dry, add a touch more yogurt before serving.

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