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Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Club Sandwich Pasta Salad

Brilliantly transforms your favorite sandwich into a crowd-pleasing pasta dish, perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Embrace this incredibly satisfying and easy-to-make pasta creation that brings all the beloved flavors of a classic club sandwich to your plate.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound rotini or farfalle pasta
  • 1 pound cooked and diced chicken breast rotisserie chicken works wonderfully
  • 6-8 slices crispy cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved or quartered
  • 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded lettuce Romaine or Iceberg
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini or farfalle pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking, and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
    1 pound rotini or farfalle pasta, salt
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
    1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, freshly ground black pepper
  3. Assemble the Salad: To the large bowl with the drained pasta, add the cooked and diced chicken breast, crumbled crispy bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, shredded lettuce, and shredded cheddar cheese.
    1 pound cooked and diced chicken breast, 6-8 slices crispy cooked bacon, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, 1/2 cup finely shredded lettuce, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  4. Combine and Toss: Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta and other ingredients in the bowl. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Ensure the lettuce is distributed throughout without becoming overly soggy.
  5. Chill (Optional but Recommended): For the best flavor, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Club Sandwich Pasta Salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
  6. Serve: Serve the Club Sandwich Pasta Salad chilled. Garnish with extra crumbled bacon or a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired. It's a perfect standalone meal or a fantastic side dish for picnics, barbecues, and potlucks.
    6-8 slices crispy cooked bacon

Notes

The lettuce may soften slightly over time. Avoid freezing. For optimal freshness and crunch, store portions without lettuce separately and add just before serving.