Delicious Club Sandwich Pasta Salad Recipe You Need to Try (Print Version)
This club sandwich pasta salad is a delightful mix of flavors, bringing comfort and nostalgia to your table!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Nut-free
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
Rotini Pasta
02 -
Cooked Chicken
03 -
Bacon
04 -
Cherry Tomatoes
05 -
Romaine Lettuce
06 -
Mayonnaise
→ Seasonings & Spices
07 -
Salt
08 -
Pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
09 -
Extra Bacon Bits
10 -
Chopped Herbs
→ Optional Extras
11 -
Avocado
12 -
Pesto
# Instructions:
01 -
Start by boiling some water in a big pot (remember to salt it, or it’s just sad pasta). Toss in the rotini and let it cook until it’s al dente. I always forget to check the time and end up with mushy pasta—so set a timer!
02 -
While the pasta's cooking, shred or cube your cooked chicken. I love using leftover rotisserie chicken—just makes life easier! And—oops—I’ve totally used frozen chicken before, and it was just... not great, so don’t do that.
03 -
Crisp up that bacon in a skillet! I mean, what’s life without bacon? It smells divine! Just keep an eye on it; I once got distracted and ended up with bacon jerky. Not my finest moment!
04 -
In a big bowl, combine the drained pasta, chicken, bacon, sliced tomatoes, and chopped lettuce. I always use too small a bowl and end up with pasta on the counter. Prepare for a mess, my friend!
05 -
Now, add in your mayo and mix it until everything’s coated. Add a bit of salt and pepper to taste. I tend to go overboard with the mayo (again, I’ve learned my lesson from that pasta soup incident!) so go easy.
06 -
Finally, serve this beauty in a big bowl and enjoy! The colors are so vibrant, and the smell is just... heavenly. I love adding extra bacon bits on top because, let’s be honest, is there ever enough bacon?
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overcook your pasta-trust me; it ruins everything! Watch the bacon; it’s a slippery slope to crunchy goodness or burnt nightmares! Experiment with dressings-sometimes I add a bit of mustard for a zing!
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large pot
02 -
skillet
03 -
big mixing bowl
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 450
Total Fat: 20g
Total Carbohydrate: 50g
Protein: 25g