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Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad

A classic pasta salad with tender chicken and a creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp relish (sweet or dill both work)
Salad
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast (chopped)
  • 4 stalks celery (chopped)

Method
 

  1. Combine mayonnaise, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and relish in a bowl, stirring until smooth.
  2. Add the pasta, celery, and chicken, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For a lighter version, use light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.