Creamy Ham and Chicken Macaroni Salad

Ingredients for Creamy Ham and Chicken Macaroni Salad

• 2 quarts water
• 3 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 2 lb boneless chicken breast
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 6 oz ham, small diced
• 12 oz pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 green bell pepper, small diced
• 2 medium carrots, small diced
• 1 medium red onion, small diced
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
• 4 oz pimiento, chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 250 ml Nestlé All Purpose Cream
• 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated

How to cook Creamy Ham and Chicken Macaroni Salad

1. 1.Boil water with 1 teaspoon salt; cook macaroni about 8 minutes until al dente, then drain.
2. 2.Boil chicken in fresh water about 12 minutes until fully cooked; cool slightly and dice.
3. 3.Fold macaroni with mayonnaise, remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper.
4. 4.Fold in chicken, ham, pineapple, bell pepper, carrots, onion, raisins, relish, pimiento, onion powder, and garlic powder.
5. 5.Fold in cream and cheddar, cover, and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.