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Simple pesto chicken salad served in a bowl with croissants

Simple Pesto Chicken Salad: 5-Minute High-Protein Lunch


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  • Author: Chef Alma
  • Total Time: 6 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Only 3 ingredients in this healthy no mayo high protein pesto chicken salad! Rotisserie chicken, pesto, and Greek yogurt and you can make this quick and easy recipe in under 5 minutes. Use in a wrap, on a croissant, on a sandwich or a salad.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 6 oz pesto

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.

2. Mix together and serve in a wrap, on toast or a croissant or on top of lettuce like arugula, kale or romaine.

Notes

Make ahead: Meal prep this recipe and make ahead for a week’s full of lunches.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 portion
  • Calories: 352
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 430mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg