Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe
A refreshing and creamy Tzatziki Chicken Salad combining shredded rotisserie chicken with a homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, and fresh dill. Enhanced with lemon juice and garlic, this salad is perfect served on its own or over a bed of greens for a light, flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (if cooking chicken from scratch)
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Salad Mix-Ins (Optional)
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Olives, sliced (Kalamata or green)
- Avocado, diced
- Spinach or mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken (if not using rotisserie): Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with your preferred seasonings, bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked, and then shred the meat once cooled.
- Make Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken and pour the prepared tzatziki sauce over it. Gently fold to coat the chicken evenly without breaking the shredded pieces.
- Add Additional Ingredients: Stir in the diced red onion and any optional ingredients you prefer, such as cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, olives, or diced avocado, to enhance flavor and texture.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled either alone or over a bed of spinach or mixed greens.
Notes
- For best results, use full-fat Greek yogurt to achieve a creamy texture in the tzatziki sauce.
- Removing excess moisture from the cucumber prevents the salad from becoming watery.
- Feel free to customize the salad with additional vegetables or toppings according to your preference.
- This salad can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor with minimal effort.
Keywords: Tzatziki chicken salad, Greek chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, Mediterranean chicken salad, creamy chicken salad
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