Chicken Macaroni Salad Recipe
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Chicken Macaroni Salad Recipe
Description
The Chicken Macaroni Salad Recipe combines cooked macaroni pasta with shredded chicken and frozen peas. The dressing is a mixture of mayonnaise, ranch dressing, and milk, providing a creamy coating that binds the ingredients. Seasoning with salt, black pepper, and paprika adds subtle savory and smoky undertones.
The macaroni remains tender but firm, creating a base that holds the other components together. The peas add a fresh pop and mild sweet contrast to the savory chicken. The dressing's smooth texture blends flavors without overpowering them.
This salad is best served chilled as a side dish for casual meals or picnics. It complements grilled meats or sandwiches well and can be prepared ahead to enhance the flavors as they meld in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 16 oz macaroni
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cup chicken shredded
- 1 bag peas frozen
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cup mayonnaise light
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- salt to taste
- black pepper
- paprika
Instructions
- Add noodles and salt to a boiling pot of water. Cook until the macaroni is tender. Drain.
- In a bowl, add the drained macaroni, peas and chicken.
- In a separate bowl mix the milk, mayo and ranch dressing. Add this mixture to the pasta and mix until coated.
- Season with salt, pepper and paprika
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 358mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 260mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 406IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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