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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad with Blue Cheese

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A vibrant, protein-packed pasta salad with spicy buffalo chicken, crisp veggies, and tangy blue cheese dressing—perfect for a healthy lunch or party side.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta (e.g., rotini, shells)
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup diced cucumber
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp light mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: extra blue cheese, parsley, or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  4. Combine cooled pasta, buffalo chicken, celery, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions in a large bowl.
  5. Pour dressing over pasta mixture; toss gently to combine.
  6. Fold in crumbled blue cheese, reserving a small amount for garnish.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Garnish and serve cold.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Mild buffalo sauce keeps it kid-friendly; add more for heat.
  • Sub in ranch dressing or dairy-free alternative if blue cheese isn’t preferred.
  • Perfect for meal prep—stores up to 3 days in the fridge.
  • Add avocado or bell peppers for extra creaminess or color.

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