Pesto Chicken Salad

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4.3

12 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    222 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Pesto Chicken Salad

An easy chicken salad that is dressed in a pesto sauce; perfect for using up fresh basil!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 pounds cooked chicken diced small
  • cups pesto homemade or store-bought
  • 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • cups mayonnaise
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Place the chicken in a large bowl; set aside.
  2. Place the pesto, spinach and lemon juice in a food processor or blender and puree until combined and smooth. Add the mayonnaise and puree again for about 5 to 10 seconds to combine.
  3. Pour the pesto mixture over the chicken, add the salt and pepper, and stir to completely coat all of the chicken. Serve on your croissants or your favorite bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes

  • Nutritional values are based on one serving

Nutrition Information

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Calories 222kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 963mg (40%) Potassium 146mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 5095IU (102%) Vitamin C 4.1mg (5%) Calcium 123mg (12%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 222 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 222kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 963mg 40%
Potassium 146mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 5095IU 102%
Vitamin C 4.1mg 5%
Calcium 123mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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