Quick and Easy Recipe for Ranch Chicken Macaroni Salad

This Simple Ranch Chicken Macaroni Salad is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the flavors of ranch dressing, tender chicken, and macaroni pasta. It's a perfect side dish for picnics, potlucks, or any gathering. This recipe is quick and easy to make, requiring minimal ingredients and preparation time. The creamy dressing with a hint of dill and tangy buttermilk gives a refreshing and savory taste to the salad. Serve it chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked macaroni pasta
• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup diced pimentos
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni pasta, shredded chicken breast, celery, red onion, parsley, black olives, and pimentos.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, mayonnaise, buttermilk, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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