A delightful pasta salad combining the flavors of chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Fill a large saucepan with water and bring it to a boil.
Adding a pinch of salt to the water enhances the pasta's flavor.
Cook the shell pasta in the boiling water until tender, stirring occasionally.
Stirring prevents the pasta from sticking together.
Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to cool it down.
Rinsing with cold water stops the cooking process and keeps the pasta firm.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ranch dressing mix until smooth.
Mixing the dressing thoroughly ensures an even flavor throughout the salad.
Add the cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and bacon to the bowl and mix well.
Gently fold the ingredients to avoid breaking the pasta.
Serve the salad on a bed of crisp lettuce and enjoy.
Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the flavors.