Pesto Chicken Salad
Pesto Chicken Salad is a new, fresh twist on a classic recipe and it is to die for! Packed with tender rotisserie chicken, a rich blend of pesto and mayo, satisfying crunch from fresh veggies, and brightened with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice. This delicious salad has herby, savory, creamy and slightly tangy flavor packed into every single bite!
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 437kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded or diced chicken (I use rotisserie)
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup frozen peas thawed
- 1/2 yellow onion finely diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish (optional)
- freshly grated parmesan
- fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Mix to combine.
- Chill for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors develop. Then serve as desired. Some of my favorite ways to serve Pesto Chicken Salad are:-In a baguette topped with parmesan-In a hollowed out tomato- with crackers-on a lettuce wrap drizzled with balsamic glaze-on cucumber slices
Nutrition
Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 401mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 522IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg