Grilled Greek Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Grilled Greek Chicken Salad, a wholesome and delicious dish perfect for lunch or dinner. Juicy grilled chicken breasts, marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, are the star of this Mediterranean-inspired recipe. Nestled on a bed of crisp romaine lettuce and fresh veggies like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, this salad is finished with briny kalamata olives, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and a drizzle of tangy homemade Greek dressing. Ready in under 35 minutes, this healthy and flavorful meal is ideal for busy weeknights or al fresco dining. Serve it as is or pair it with grilled pita bread for a hearty, satisfying twist! Keywords: Grilled Greek Chicken Salad, Mediterranean recipe, healthy dinner idea, homemade Greek dressing, fresh salad recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 pieces pita bread, optional for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes while preparing the rest of the ingredients.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess liquid. Grill the chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 5

In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cucumber slices, cherry tomato halves, red onion slices, and kalamata olives.

Step 6

Prepare the dressing by whisking together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Top the salad with the grilled chicken strips and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 9

Serve immediately with grilled pita bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1736.1 grams (1736.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2246

Total Fat 128.70g	165%
Saturated Fat 33.30g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 396mg	132%
Sodium 6003mg	261%
Total Carbohydrate 125.70g	46%
Dietary Fiber 23.90g	85%
Total Sugars 25.30g
Protein 145.40g	291%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 1004mg	77%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 3035mg	65%

*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: 51.6%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 22.4%