Simple Pesto Chicken Salad – 3 Ingredients Recipe
This Simple Pesto Chicken Salad is a quick, flavorful, and healthy recipe made with just three main ingredients. Combining rotisserie chicken, creamy Greek yogurt, and vibrant pesto, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying snack. Enjoy it in a wrap, on toast, a croissant, or served atop fresh greens like arugula, kale, or romaine for a versatile meal option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 6 oz pesto sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Using rotisserie chicken, shred or chop into bite-sized pieces for easy mixing and serving.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, plain Greek yogurt, and pesto. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the chicken is evenly coated with the pesto yogurt mixture.
- Serve: Serve the pesto chicken salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator to let flavors meld. Enjoy it in a wrap, on toasted bread or croissant, or over a bed of fresh lettuce such as arugula, kale, or romaine.
Notes
- Use high-quality pesto for the best flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lower-fat option, use low-fat or fat-free Greek yogurt.
- Customize the salad by adding chopped nuts or sun-dried tomatoes for extra texture.
Keywords: pesto chicken salad, easy chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, Greek yogurt chicken salad, 3-ingredient salad, quick lunch, no-cook chicken salad
