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Pesto Chicken and Broccoli Salad

Chicken, broccoli, onion, and a creamy pesto dressing make this quick salad a delicious new lunchtime staple!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 1 cup each
Calories: 257 kcal
Course: Salad , Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped cooked chicken* $3.50
  • 1 lb. fresh broccoli (about 2 cups chopped) $1.25
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion $0.08
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto $1.00
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise $0.29
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice $0.04
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.02

Instructions

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  1. Chop the chicken and broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion.
  2. In a bowl, stir together the pesto, mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
  3. Add the chicken, broccoli, and red onion to a large bowl. Pour the creamy pesto over top, and add the freshly cracked pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Taste the salad and add salt or pepper to your liking. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • *You can use store-bought rotisserie chicken, or cook your own chicken breast in a skillet.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 257kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 18g (28%) Sodium 298mg (12%) Fiber 3g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 41 cup each

Amount Per Serving

Calories 257

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 257kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 18g 28%
Sodium 298mg 12%
Fiber 3g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.