"BBQ Chicken Ranch Pasta Salad...simple to throw together, but packs in the flavor. It's that "salad" everyone really wants to EAT!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite size chunks
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1/2 cup BBQ sauce
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1 pound short cut pasta
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1 1/2 cups cubed cheddar cheese
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3 cups shredded romaine lettuce
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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3 ears grilled or steamed corn
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1 jalapeño, seeded, if desired, and chopped
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro and or basil, chopped
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1 avocado, diced
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1/2 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream
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1/4 cup olive oil mayo
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1/4-1/2 tablespoon buttermilk
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2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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1 teaspoon dried dill
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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kosher salt and black pepper