Grilled Greek Chicken Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
American, International
Grilled Greek Chicken Salad
Description
Grilled Greek Chicken Salad highlights tender grilled chicken thighs coated in traditional Mediterranean herbs and spices, delivering a savory and aromatic base to the dish. The fresh vegetables and rich feta cheese add brightness and creaminess, balancing the smoky flavors of the chicken. The homemade tzatziki dressing, made with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice and zest, and garlic, lends a cool, creamy tang that complements the salad components and moistens the ingredients.
The preparation involves grilling the seasoned chicken until fully cooked and assembling the salad by layering the chopped romaine and fresh vegetables, then topping with the chicken, olives, and feta, and finally tossing with the flavorful tzatziki dressing. This dish can serve as a hearty lunch or light dinner.
The recipe requires fresh herbs and seasonings for the authentic flavor blend and recommends serving immediately to enjoy the textures of grilled chicken and crisp vegetables. The tzatziki dressing should be prepared ahead to allow flavors to meld.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 2 teaspoons basil dried
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 pounds chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- 1 romaine lettuce roughly chopped, head
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 1 avocado halved, seeded, peeled and sliced
- ½ red onion thinly sliced, small
- ½ cup kalamata olives pitted
- 4 ounces feta cheese cubed
For the tzatziki dressing
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 5 tablespoons buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic minced
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, buttermilk, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest and garlic; season with salt and pepper, to taste; set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine oregano, basil, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Season chicken with oregano mixture.
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Add chicken to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
- To assemble the salad, place romaine lettuce in a large bowl; top with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, onion, olives and feta. Pour the tzatziki dressing on top of the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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