Description
This refreshing Tzatziki Chicken Salad combines tender cooked chicken with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy grape tomatoes, tangy olives, and pepperoncini peppers, all dressed in a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill. Garnished with crumbled feta cheese, this salad is perfect for a quick, light, and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup + 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves, pressed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Prepare the Tzatziki: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, pressed garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper, stirring until smooth to create the creamy tzatziki sauce.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini peppers, Kalamata olives, and chopped red onion, tossing gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Add the Chicken: Layer the chopped cooked chicken evenly over the prepared salad mixture, ensuring balanced distribution of protein throughout.
- Dress with Tzatziki: Spoon the prepared tzatziki sauce generously over the salad and chicken, allowing the creamy dressing to enhance all the flavors.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad for added tang and creaminess. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
Notes
- For extra flavor, chill the tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the ingredients to meld.
- Use cooked chicken breast, rotisserie chicken, or leftover grilled chicken to save time.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your preferred level of pungency.
- This salad is perfect as a light lunch or dinner and can be served with warm pita bread on the side.
- To make it vegetarian, omit the chicken and add chickpeas or grilled vegetables.
