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Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Mediterranean Chicken Salad

A light, vibrant, and satisfying Mediterranean Chicken Salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups chopped Romaine lettuce or baby spinach (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of oregano. Grill or pan-sear the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let it rest before slicing.
  2. Chop the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red onion. Combine these in a large mixing bowl with Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and remaining oregano. Pour half over the vegetables and toss gently.
  4. Slice the rested chicken and add it to the bowl. Pour the remaining dressing over the chicken and toss gently. If using greens, add them last to keep them crisp.
  5. Serve immediately or let it sit for an hour for flavors to meld.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best freshness, keep dressing separate until ready to serve.