Greek Influenced Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant Greek Influenced Chicken Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as healthy as it is flavorful. Juicy, perfectly grilled chicken breasts marinated with oregano, garlic, and olive oil take center stage, complemented by a fresh medley of crisp romaine, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onions. The salad comes alive with creamy crumbled feta, briny kalamata olives, and a zesty homemade dressing of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Ready in just 35 minutes, this protein-packed, gluten-free recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a refreshing option for entertaining. Serve it as is or pair it with warm pita bread or a light soup for the ultimate Mediterranean experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Rub chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 5

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 6

Add the crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives to the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and dijon mustard to make the dressing.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Top the salad with the sliced chicken and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1182.3 grams (1182.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1543

Total Fat 96.30g	123%
Saturated Fat 28.90g	144%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 396mg	132%
Sodium 4840mg	210%
Total Carbohydrate 36.30g	13%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 13.90g
Protein 131.20g	262%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 775mg	60%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 2102mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 9.4%