Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring to a boil, add macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop celery and bell pepper, slice green onions, and grate carrots, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain and Cool Pasta: Drain pasta, rinse it under cold water, and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and crumble.
- Cook the Chicken: Poach, grill, or roast chicken until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes, then cool and shred.
- Make the Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, dill, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled macaroni, cooked chicken, and all prepared vegetables.
- Add the Dressing: Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Finish and Serve: Add crumbled bacon and diced avocados before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add a splash of mayonnaise before serving if it seems dry.
