Description
This Easy Pesto Chicken Salad is a quick and flavorful 3-ingredient recipe perfect for a light meal or snack. Combining tender rotisserie chicken with creamy Greek yogurt and vibrant pesto, it makes a versatile filling for wraps, toast, croissants, or a fresh green salad. Ready in just 6 minutes and serving 4, it's an effortless dish with a burst of savory and herbaceous flavors.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 6 oz pesto
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add 2 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken, 3/4 cup of plain Greek yogurt, and 6 ounces of pesto. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Serve: Serve the pesto chicken salad as a filling for wraps, spread it on toast or croissants, or place it over a bed of fresh greens such as arugula, kale, or romaine lettuce for a light and nutritious meal.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and added flavor.
- Adjust the amount of pesto based on your taste preference for herbiness and salt.
- Greek yogurt adds creaminess while keeping the salad lighter and protein-rich compared to mayonnaise.
- Great for meal prep as it stores well in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Try adding extras like cherry tomatoes, sliced red onions, or toasted pine nuts for more texture and flavor.
