Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings together grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners, this vibrant salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it an ideal meal for any occasion. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- While the chicken rests, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (drained), minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the tzatziki sauce.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken with diced vegetables of your choice (like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes) and drizzle with tzatziki sauce. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature garnished with extra dill or cucumber slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad (200g)
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to add crunchy vegetables like shredded carrots or red onions for added texture. For meal prep, store the grilled chicken and tzatziki sauce separately until ready to serve to keep veggies crisp.