Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and wholesome dish that combines tender shredded chicken with creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a side at gatherings. Packed with protein and probiotics, this easy-to-make salad is customizable with your favorite toppings, such as olives, cherry tomatoes, or avocado. The zesty blend of garlic, dill, and lemon juice creates a delightful flavor profile that will please any palate. Best of all, it can be prepared in just 15 minutes and stored for meal prep throughout the week—perfect for busy days!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using raw chicken, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through; shred once cooled.
- Grate the cucumber into a bowl and squeeze out excess moisture.
- Combine the grated cucumber with Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until well blended.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the tzatziki sauce. Optionally fold in diced red onion or other preferred toppings.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 485mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg