Chicken Macaroni Salad

Looking for a delicious and easy dish? Try this creamy chicken macaroni salad that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light meal. Made with tender elbow macaroni, diced chicken, and crisp veggies, it’s tossed in a zesty dressing of mayo, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Just mix, chill for 30 minutes, and enjoy! This refreshing salad is a crowd-pleaser and can be whipped up in just 45 minutes. Don't forget the fresh parsley for a pop of color!

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Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni

1 cup cooked chicken, diced (rotisserie chicken works great)

1 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ cup celery, finely chopped

½ cup red bell pepper, diced

½ cup peas (fresh or frozen)

¼ cup green onions, sliced

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Macaroni: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Prepare the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled macaroni, diced chicken, celery, red bell pepper, peas, and green onions to the dressing. Gently fold all the ingredients together until the macaroni is evenly coated with the dressing.

Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Serve: Before serving, give the salad a good stir and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve chilled.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 6