BEST CHICKEN BACON RANCH COLD PASTA SALAD

This chicken bacon ranch cold pasta salad is loaded with everything you love and is the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings for a savory meal in a bowl.

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First, spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray and dice the raw chicken. Sprinkle some salt and pepper on the chicken and cook it over medium high heat for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Additionally, cook the pasta per the box instructions. Once done, drain the noodles and place them in an ice bath to suspend the cooking process.

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Next, cook the bacon per the package instructions. When it's done, dice it into small pieces and set it aside for later.

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Then, shred the cheese or measure out two ounces of shredded cheese from a store bought package. Make sure you have two ounces of shredded cheese in total. Also, go ahead and dice the green onions.

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