Description
A creamy, herb-packed chicken salad featuring fresh basil pesto, Greek yogurt, and optional Mediterranean-inspired add-ins. Light, flavorful, and perfect for any season.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup basil pesto
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup chopped cherry tomatoes (optional)
½ cup finely diced cucumber (optional)
¼ cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
Shred or chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, basil pesto, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Fold the chicken into the dressing, then gently stir in optional add-ins like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and pine nuts for texture.
Chill for 15–30 minutes to let flavors meld (optional).
Serve on whole-grain bread, lettuce wraps, or alongside a grain of choice like quinoa or farro.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
Replace Greek yogurt with mayonnaise for a richer version.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Adjust salt in the dressing if the chicken or pesto is already salty.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg