Description
A quick and easy 3-ingredient Simple Pesto Chicken Salad perfect for a healthy lunch or snack. This flavorful salad combines tender rotisserie chicken, creamy Greek yogurt, and vibrant pesto for a delicious and satisfying dish that can be served in wraps, on toast, croissants, or over fresh greens like arugula, kale, or romaine.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 6 oz pesto sauce
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded rotisserie chicken, plain Greek yogurt, and pesto sauce.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated with the pesto and yogurt, creating a creamy and flavorful salad mixture.
- Serve: Serve the pesto chicken salad in your choice of wrap, on toasted bread or a croissant, or spoon it on top of fresh leafy greens such as arugula, kale, or romaine for a light meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, or cook and shred your own chicken breasts as a substitute.
- Adjust the amount of pesto to taste if you prefer a stronger or milder herb flavor.
- Plain Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a protein boost while keeping the dish lighter than mayonnaise.
- This salad can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Great as a quick meal option for busy days or as a protein-rich snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
