CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD WITH A TWIST

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If you want to do something new with an old classic, give this one a shot.

Provided by babcockclan

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
12 ½ ounces chopped cooked white-meat chicken
1 cup mayonnaise
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits in juice, drained, juice reserved
½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain. Rinse macaroni with cold water until cool; drain.
  • Mix macaroni, chicken, mayonnaise, pineapple with about half the reserved juice, cilantro, red onion, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 385.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Adam Khan
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Mukti Rahman
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This macaroni salad is a great make-ahead dish.


PaRvas HaSan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Ndungu Ngaluya
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


SM Canada
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This macaroni salad is the perfect side dish for any summer party.


Montan Ferguson
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I love the addition of the bacon and cheese to this macaroni salad. It really makes it special.


sankar Sharki
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This macaroni salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Dustin Prentice
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.


Sajjadkhan
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This is the best macaroni salad I've ever had! The dressing is amazing and the macaroni is cooked perfectly.


Meherab Imtiaz Mahir
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different ingredients to suit my taste, and it always turns out great.


Meer You
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This macaroni salad is the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is so flavorful.


Mr Ashish
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Ros K. Wilburn
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This macaroni salad was a huge hit at my last potluck! I loved the addition of the bacon and the different types of cheese. It really took the dish to the next level.