Description
This Healthy Greek Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines tender grilled chicken with a variety of fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing. It’s a perfect dish for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
- 6 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Rub chicken with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta. Top with sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with the dressing. Toss just before serving.
Notes
- For a heartier meal, serve with warm pita or quinoa.
- This salad is great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble before eating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
