Description
A refreshing and creamy chicken salad featuring tender chicken, Greek yogurt, cucumbers, and a blend of Mediterranean herbs, perfect for summer meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated or finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (or parsley as substitute)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess water), minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, tzatziki dressing, finely chopped shallot, and additional cucumbers if desired. Gently fold until all ingredients are coated.
- For best flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve on a bed of greens, in pita, or alongside warm pita bread.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor; use fresh herbs for the best taste. Ensure cucumbers are drained to avoid a watery dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken salad, tzatziki, Mediterranean, summer recipe, healthy salad