Description
Enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors with Tzatziki Chicken Salad! This light and refreshing dish combines tender grilled chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs. Perfect for picnics or quick lunches, this salad is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With its vibrant colors and delightful taste, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the diced cucumber into the tzatziki mixture.
- In a large bowl, toss together sliced chicken and tzatziki sauce. Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg