Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing summer dish that combines succulent grilled chicken with creamy tzatziki dressing, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic dill. This vibrant salad is perfect for picnics or light lunches, bringing friends and family together over delicious flavors. Enjoy it on its own, in a wrap, or atop pita bread for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced cucumbers (preferably Persian or English)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear and no longer pink inside. Let cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, diced cucumbers, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Combine chopped chicken with tzatziki sauce in a large bowl until well coated.
- Optionally add diced tomatoes or red onion for extra crunch.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg