Chicken Macaroni Salad
This creamy chicken macaroni salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for picnics, potlucks, or easy lunches. Packed with tender pasta, juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy mayo-based dressing, it’s flavorful, refreshing, and satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup green bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup carrot, grated
- ¼ cup green onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the macaroni, chicken, bell peppers, celery, carrots, and green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and mix gently until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Use chilled chicken and pasta to prevent the dressing from becoming oily.
- Let the salad chill for at least an hour for the best flavor.
- Add a splash of milk if the salad thickens too much in the fridge.
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