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Healthy Pesto Chicken Salad with Rotisserie Chicken – Fresh and Flavorful!

Healthy Pesto Chicken Salad with Rotisserie Chicken – Fresh and Flavorful!
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This quick and nutritious pesto chicken salad combines tender rotisserie chicken with fresh basil pesto, Greek yogurt, and crisp vegetables. It’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a topping for salads, offering a delightful blend of flavors and a healthy balance of protein and fats.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or arugula
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for crunch)

Instructions

  1. Shred the Chicken: Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine the basil pesto with Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) and fresh lemon juice. Stir well until smooth.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and spinach (or arugula) to the bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss until everything is evenly coated with the pesto dressing.
  4. Add Crunch (Optional): If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts over the salad for added texture and flavor.
  5. Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately as-is, in a sandwich, wrapped in lettuce leaves, or over a bed of mixed greens.

Notes

  • For the freshest taste, use homemade pesto, but store-bought works well for convenience.
  • Letting the salad chill for 15 minutes before serving can enhance the flavors.
  • To keep the salad from becoming watery, use firm cherry tomatoes and avoid overmixing.

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