Chicken Pesto Potato Salad 5fix
Elevate your picnic game with this vibrant Chicken Pesto Potato Salad 5fix, a quick and flavorful dish ready in just 30 minutes! Combining tender baby potatoes, juicy cherry tomatoes, and shredded cooked chicken, this salad is tossed in rich, aromatic pesto sauce for a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Perfect as a light lunch or a hearty side dish, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying, requiring only five ingredients and minimal effort. Garnish with fresh arugula for a peppery twist and enjoy it chilled or freshly tossed. Whether you're meal prepping or serving guests, this easy pesto potato salad is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby potatoes
- 2 pieces cooked chicken breast
- 100 grams pesto sauce
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 50 grams arugula (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash the baby potatoes and cut them into halves or quarters, depending on their size, for even cooking.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the potatoes. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let them cool slightly.
3. While the potatoes are cooling, shred or dice the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
4. Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, chicken, and cherry tomatoes.
6. Add the pesto sauce to the bowl and gently toss everything together until well coated.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
9. Optionally, garnish with fresh arugula for a peppery kick before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 129.2 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2952 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
