Name: Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded; ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; ½ cup cucumber, finely diced (peeled and seeded); 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried); ¼ cup red onion, finely diced; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a fresh and healthy Mediterranean-inspired dish combining tender cooked chicken breast with a creamy Greek yogurt-based tzatziki dressing. Infused with cucumber, garlic, lemon, and fresh dill, this salad is light yet satisfying, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Serve it in lettuce wraps, on pita bread, or over greens for a versatile meal option that’s low in carbs and gluten-free.

Ingredients

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Chicken Salad

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup cucumber, finely diced (peeled and seeded)
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the Tzatziki Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
Add Fresh Ingredients: Stir in the finely diced cucumber, chopped fresh dill, and diced red onion into the dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed for flavor.
Combine with Chicken: Add the cooked chicken pieces to the bowl with the tzatziki mixture. Mix thoroughly until all the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing and ingredients are well incorporated.
Chill and Meld Flavors: Cover the bowl and chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together beautifully.
Serve: Serve the tzatziki chicken salad chilled as a filling for lettuce wraps, pita pockets, atop fresh salad greens, or as a hearty sandwich filling for a tasty and nutritious meal.

Notes

For convenience, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
Add crumbled feta cheese, chopped tomatoes, or olives to enhance the Mediterranean flavor profile.
Ensure the cucumber is peeled and seeded to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
This salad can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated for deeper flavor.