Description
Mexican macaroni salad is a vibrant and creamy dish that’s perfect for any gathering or casual meal. Bursting with flavors from tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing. It’s ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as an easy weeknight dinner. This make-ahead dish allows the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge, making it even tastier after a little time to chill. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personal touch that will wow your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Cups Elbow Macaroni
- 2 Cups Deli Chicken, diced
- 1/2 Cup Celery, chopped
- 1 Large Carrot, shredded
- 1/4 Cup Red Onion, diced
- 15 Oz Corn, drained
- 2 Tbs Pickled Jalapeño
- 1/2 Cup Sour Cream
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbs Pickled Jalapeño Juice
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing sour cream, mayonnaise, pickled jalapeño juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Stir in the cooked elbow macaroni until well coated with the dressing.
- Fold in the diced chicken, celery, carrot, red onion, corn, and jalapeños until evenly mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavor.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg