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pesto chicken salad

Pesto Chicken Salad: 5 Flavorful Secrets to Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A refreshing and flavorful pesto chicken salad.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup pesto
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella balls
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and pesto.
  2. Add cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and pine nuts.
  3. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Adjust pesto amount based on your taste preference.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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