PESTO-CHICKEN-POTATO SALAD

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Give this satisfying potato salad, with creamy Yukon Gold spuds and easy rotisserie chicken, a quick flavor boost with prepared pesto.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes (about 6 medium), cut into 3/4-inch cubes (6 cups)
1 (7-oz.) container refrigerated pesto
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped deli rotisserie-cooked chicken (without skin)
1 cup sliced celery (2 medium stalks)
1/2 cup sliced green onions (8 medium)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 cup)
Boston leaf lettuce, if desired

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2-quart saucepan, combine potatoes and enough water to cover potatoes by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Drain; cool 15 minutes or until slightly cooled.
  • Meanwhile, in large serving bowl, combine pesto, mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard and salt; mix well.
  • Add cooked potatoes and all remaining ingredients except lettuce to pesto mixture; toss gently until evenly coated. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight to blend flavors. If desired, serve salad on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 6, Fiber 5 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 4 g

Khalid RAMADHAN
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and potatoes.


Naqash Shakir
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If you're looking for a light and refreshing summer salad, this is the recipe for you.


ADWIN JACK
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I would recommend using a high-quality olive oil for this recipe. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the dressing.


Raluca Anghel
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a great dish to serve at a special occasion dinner.


AIiyan Asif
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The pesto dressing is actually really good and the salad is very flavorful.


Ss gaming
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the pesto dressing and the potatoes.


Haider Khan
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I've never had pesto chicken potato salad before, but I'm glad I tried it. It's a delicious and refreshing summer salad.


Ashley Harris
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This recipe is a keeper! It's definitely going into my regular rotation of meals.


Caden Atkins
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I'm going to try making this salad with different kinds of pesto. I think it would be great with arugula pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto.


Lucia Cervantes
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This salad is so good! The pesto dressing is amazing and the potatoes are perfectly cooked.


Quadri Yusuf
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


Shahzaman qadri
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and potatoes. It's also a great meal prep option for busy weeknights.


Sharon Ross
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I'm always looking for new chicken salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


d1mbemon ggghy
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This pesto chicken potato salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.