Savory Pesto Chicken Delight Salad
Savory Pesto Chicken Delight Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines tender chicken breast, fresh mixed greens, and aromatic basil pesto. This colorful salad is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion, from casual lunches to potluck gatherings. Each bite delivers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, making it an irresistible favorite among friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 5 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the mixed greens.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- While the chicken cooks, slice cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and thinly slice red onion.
- Once cooked, let the chicken cool slightly before slicing it into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, sliced chicken breast, and dollops of basil pesto.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Gently toss to combine until all ingredients are well-coated in pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg