Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is an exquisite Mediterranean dish that combines succulent marinated chicken with refreshing tzatziki sauce, crunchy cucumbers, and vibrant herbs. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, each bite is a delightful burst of flavor that transports you to sun-drenched picnics. This salad is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this healthy and satisfying recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Grate cucumbers and squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumbers, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix until creamy.
- Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine chicken with diced tomatoes and red onions.
- Fold in tzatziki sauce to coat evenly. Garnish with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 80mg