Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Tender, juicy chicken is paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs. Ideal for summer picnics or quick weeknight meals, this salad is easy to prepare and can be served over mixed greens or stuffed in pita pockets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- While chicken bakes, mix grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Chill tzatziki sauce in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
- Shred or chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with tzatziki sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg