TZATZIKI CHICKEN SALAD: Discover a Refreshing Delight! Recipe
Indulge in the refreshing and flavorful delight of Tzatziki Chicken Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing, Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed for the best flavor)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
Optional Additions:
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Olives, sliced (Kalamata or green work well)
- Avocado, diced
- Spinach or mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- If using rotisserie chicken, skip this step. If cooking chicken: preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), season chicken breasts, bake for 25-30 minutes, and shred.
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, combine cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a large mixing bowl, add shredded chicken, pour tzatziki sauce over it, and gently fold in. Add diced red onion and mix until well coated.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Mediterranean, Healthy, Easy, Quick, Gluten-Free
