Chicken-Cucumber Salad

This Chicken-Cucumber Salad is the ultimate comfort food for warm days. It features tender, bite-sized pieces of cooked chicken mixed with crisp, refreshing cucumber slices and hearty elbow macaroni. The creamy mayonnaise dressing binds everything together, creating a satisfying texture that is both light and filling. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for packed lunches, picnic baskets, or as a quick side dish for dinner. The combination of savory chicken and cool cucumber offers a balanced flavor profile that appeals to all ages. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this salad stays fresh for hours, making it an ideal make-ahead meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 379.8

Description

This Chicken-Cucumber Salad is the ultimate comfort food for warm days. It features tender, bite-sized pieces of cooked chicken mixed with crisp, refreshing cucumber slices and hearty elbow macaroni. The creamy mayonnaise dressing binds everything together, creating a satisfying texture that is both light and filling. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for packed lunches, picnic baskets, or as a quick side dish for dinner. The combination of savory chicken and cool cucumber offers a balanced flavor profile that appeals to all ages. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this salad stays fresh for hours, making it an ideal make-ahead meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Ingredients

1 cup Uncooked macaroni
3/4 cup Mayonnaise or salad

Directions

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the uncooked macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente.
2
Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it drain completely.
3
Peel and dice the cucumber into small, bite-sized pieces. Shred or dice the cooked chicken if not already prepared.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, diced cucumber, and chicken.
5
Add the mayonnaise to the bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 379.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.3g53%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 6.3mg3%
Sodium 180.0mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 15.9g6%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 3.1g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, cucumber, salad, macaroni, pasta, mayonnaise, lunch, picnic, side dish, creamy, fresh, easy, meal prep, summer, cooling

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/chicken-cucumber-salad/