Description
Cool Greek Chicken Salad is a fresh and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives, all tossed in a bright homemade Greek vinaigrette. It’s perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a light summer dinner, combining Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients for a nutritious and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 1 romaine heart, chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Greek Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large serving bowl, add the diced or shredded chicken, chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, pitted Kalamata olives, diced green bell pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared Greek dressing over the combined salad ingredients, tossing gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the flavorful vinaigrette.
- Add feta cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top of the salad, adding a creamy and tangy element that complements the fresh vegetables and chicken.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for optimal freshness, or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and to achieve a cooler, more refreshing salad experience.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick and convenient, saving time on cooking the chicken.
- Add avocado or chickpeas for extra texture, creaminess, and nutritional value.
- Store the dressing separately if preparing the salad ahead of time to keep the lettuce crisp and avoid sogginess.
- Serve with warm pita bread for a more complete and filling Mediterranean-style meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
