Chicken Macaroni Salad with Shredded Chicken and Mayo Dressing
Creamy chicken macaroni salad with tender pasta, shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, perfect for chilled meals and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/3 cup carrot, grated
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup pickle relish
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
- Cook macaroni until tender, then rinse and cool.
- Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Combine pasta and chicken in a large bowl.
- Add dressing and mix evenly.
- Fold in vegetables, eggs, and relish.
- Chill before serving.
Notes
Adjust creaminess with extra mayonnaise if needed. Yogurt can replace part of the mayonnaise for a lighter version.