Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad
Whenever you’re craving a refreshing and satisfying meal, this Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich, flavorful dressing, making it the perfect dish for lunches, picnics, or light dinners.
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp coarse ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp relish sweet or dill both work
- 1 pound elbow macaroni cooked and drained ( For a fun twist, swap out the traditional elbow macaroni with rotini, orzo, orecchiette, or any other small pasta you have available. This can give your dish a new texture while still holding onto that delicious flavor.)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast chopped
- 4 stalks celery chopped
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and relish in a bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Add the pasta, celery, and chicken, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Serving Tips:
To prevent Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad from spoiling, avoid leaving it at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Storage Instructions:
Store the Chicken Pasta Salad in an airtight container or covered dish in the fridge. It will stay fresh for 3-5 days. Freezing Advice:
The mayo-based dressing doesn’t freeze well, so if you still have leftovers after 5 days, it’s best to make a fresh batch instead of freezing.
To prevent Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad from spoiling, avoid leaving it at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Storage Instructions:
Store the Chicken Pasta Salad in an airtight container or covered dish in the fridge. It will stay fresh for 3-5 days. Freezing Advice:
The mayo-based dressing doesn’t freeze well, so if you still have leftovers after 5 days, it’s best to make a fresh batch instead of freezing.