Description
This refreshing Tzatziki Chicken Salad combines tender cooked chicken with creamy Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon juice. It’s a light, protein-packed Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for quick lunches, served on its own, in pita bread, or as a topping over greens.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup finely diced cucumber (peeled and seeded)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Optional for Serving
- Chopped cherry tomatoes
- Kalamata olives
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Add Chicken and Other Ingredients: Stir in the cooked chicken, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese (if using). Toss everything gently to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and develop.
- Serve: Enjoy the tzatziki chicken salad as a sandwich filling, in lettuce wraps, on pita bread, or over a bed of fresh greens. Garnish with optional cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, or extra herbs as desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy shortcut.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and oregano before cooking.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Feel free to customize with additional toppings like olives or tomatoes for variety.
