Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spiral-shaped pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with olive oil, garlic salt, and black pepper. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add corn and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until golden.
- In the same skillet, cook the seasoned chicken over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Wash and dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Slice the green onions. Combine these in a large mixing bowl.
- Cut the cheddar cheese into cubes and add to the vegetable mixture.
- Prepare the ranch dressing and refrigerate briefly.
- Mix the barbecue sauce with soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and parsley.
- Toss the cooked chicken in the BBQ sauce mixture and return to low heat briefly.
- Combine the cooked pasta, sautéed corn, BBQ chicken, and vegetable mix in a large bowl.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce into the ranch dressing, mix, and pour over the salad. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Rinse pasta to prevent clumping and mix dressing just before serving for freshness.
