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Pesto Chicken Salad
18m
Serves 4
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Pesto Chicken Salad
https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/pesto-chicken-salad/#wprm-recipe-container-69229
18m
Serves 4
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Directions
1
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pesto, Greek yogurt, and green onion.
2
Stir until well combined.
3
Add a little squeeze of lemon juice, if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
4
Stir again.
5
Serve over greens, on toast, make a sandwich or lettuce wrap, or enjoy with crackers.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded chicken breast, (we use rotisserie chicken)
0.33333333333 cup basil pesto
0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt, (can use mayonnaise)
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
squeeze fresh lemon juice, (optional)
Kosher salt and black pepper, (to taste)
Equipment
large bowl
Tips
Add chopped celery, adding veggies is always a good idea!
Use red onion instead of green onion.
Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes or chopped tomatoes.
Add pine nuts for a crunch.
Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you want a cheesy, salty kick!
Chop up olives and stir them into the salad.
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