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Pesto-Chicken-Potato-Salad-Recipe

Pesto Chicken Potato Salad

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This Pesto Chicken Potato Salad combines tender potatoes, succulent chicken, and a creamy pesto dressing, creating a delicious and easy dish perfect for a quick meal or gathering.

  • Total Time: 52 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds yellow baby potatoes halved
  • 7 ounces refrigerated pesto
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups chopped cooked skinless chicken breast such as baked or rotisserie
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • ½ cup sliced green onions
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the halved potatoes and cover with cold water by about an inch.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. Drain the potatoes well and allow them to cool slightly, keeping them warm enough to handle.
  4. In a separate large bowl, stir together the pesto, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
  5. Add the warm potatoes to the bowl along with the chicken, celery, green onions, and tomatoes, and gently fold everything together until evenly coated, avoiding breaking up the potatoes too much.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for a minimum of two hours to let the flavors meld. Stir gently before serving and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

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Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding some basil or arugula to the salad.
This dish can be made a day in advance to allow for the flavors to develop even more.
Use leftover chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg