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Salads Cooking Time : 30 minutes, plus chilling time Recipe Servings : 4 - 6 Recipe Dificult : easy 0.00

Chicken Macaroni Salad Recipe | Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad

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Chicken Macaroni Salad is a creamy, flavorful, and satisfying dish made with tender elbow macaroni, cooked chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a smooth mayonnaise dressing. Every bite combines soft pasta, juicy chicken, and refreshing vegetables for a delicious balance of textures and flavors. It's an excellent choice for family lunches, picnics, potlucks, parties, or a quick make-ahead meal.

This easy homemade recipe combines shredded chicken with carrots, peas, celery, and a tangy dressing seasoned with mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Chilling the salad before serving allows the flavors to blend beautifully. Serve it as a light lunch, a party side dish, or a comforting addition to your favorite meal.

Cooking Method

Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water according to the package instructions until tender.
Drain the pasta, rinse briefly under cold water, and drain thoroughly. Allow it to cool.
Prepare the cooked chicken by shredding or cutting it into small bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Add the cooled macaroni, chicken, carrot, peas, celery, and red onion.
Mix gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning or add a little extra lemon juice if desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Stir gently before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.