Healthy Pesto Chicken Salad with Rotisserie Chicken
A quick and nutritious chicken salad made with rotisserie chicken, basil pesto, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1/3 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts optional
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- fresh spinach or mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the basil pesto, Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken, celery, red onion, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated with the pesto mixture.
- If using, sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the salad for added texture and flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve the chicken salad over a bed of fresh spinach or mixed greens, or enjoy it on its own.
Notes
You can substitute plain Greek yogurt with mayonnaise for a creamier texture. Add more lemon juice for extra tang.