Pesto Chicken Salad
Directions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pesto, Greek yogurt, and green onion.
- 2Stir until well combined.
- 3Add a little squeeze of lemon juice, if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
- 4Stir again.
- 5Serve 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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