Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

cooked chicken

diced

5 unit

canned chicken breasts

drained

2 stalk

celery

chopped fine

2 unit

green onions

chopped

0.25 cup

green olives

chopped

1 tsp

olive juice

1.5 cup

elbow macaroni

uncooked

2 tbsp

mayonnaise

0.5 tsp

Season-All salt

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

ground black pepper

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Boil macaroni according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain macaroni and rinse with cold water until cool.

Step 3
~3 min

Place cooked macaroni in a large bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Add diced cooked chicken, chopped celery, chopped green onions (if using), chopped green olives, and olive juice to the bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Add mayonnaise and Season-All salt to the bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

Step 7
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 8
~3 min

Serve immediately or chill for later.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of vinegar for extra tang.

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Customize with your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve cold as a side dish or main course.

Pair with crackers or bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Potato chips
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common potluck dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Picnics
Barbecues
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Barbecue
Summer Party
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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