Chicken Salad Chick Pasta Salad Recipe
A creamy, tangy, and delicious pasta salad inspired by Chicken Salad Chick. Made with tender chicken, crunchy celery, and perfectly cooked pasta, this dish is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light main course. Customize it to your taste with various add-ins and enjoy a fresh, homemade version of a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Shred the chicken using two forks or a stand mixer.
- Finely chop the celery for added crunch.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and chopped celery.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss everything until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve cold and enjoy!