Tzatziki Chicken Salad (Printable View)
Juicy grilled chicken meets crisp vegetables and creamy tzatziki in this vibrant Greek-inspired salad perfect for summer dining.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Tzatziki Dressing
08 - 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
09 - 1/2 English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Salad Components
16 - 5 oz mixed salad greens
17 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
19 - 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
20 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
21 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
22 - 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and turn to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours refrigerated for deeper flavor penetration.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to cutting board and rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
04 - Arrange mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or in a bowl. Distribute cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, diced bell pepper, and cucumber slices evenly over the greens.
05 - Arrange sliced grilled chicken over the salad. Drizzle generously with chilled tzatziki dressing. Gently toss to combine or serve dressing on the side for individual preference.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Everything can be prepped ahead so dinner comes together in minutes
- The homemade tzatziki is infinitely better than store bought and keeps for days
- It hits all those satisfying Greek flavors without being heavy
02 -
- Squeezing every drop of water out of the grated cucumber is the secret to thick creamy tzatziki
- Letting the chicken rest before slicing keeps all the juices inside instead of on your cutting board
03 -
- Grilling the red onion alongside the chicken adds a sweet smoky dimension
- A pinch of smoked paprika in the marinade gives the chicken a lovely depth