This refreshing Greek Chicken Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender grilled chicken with crisp vegetables and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a flavorful dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl, then drizzle the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional feta cheese and parsley if desired. Enjoy your flavorful Greek Chicken Salad!
This recipe serves 2-4 people, depending on portion sizes. Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients or add a side of warm pita bread for a complete meal.
