Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is the perfect Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines juicy chicken with a creamy tzatziki dressing, fresh vegetables, and vibrant flavors. Ideal for summer picnics or quick family dinners, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a healthy, satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed to remove excess moisture), minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and slice red onion thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken, tzatziki sauce, diced veggies, and drizzle with olive oil. Toss gently until well combined.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce or enjoy as is; garnish with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, swap chicken for grilled shrimp or add roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain texture.