This vibrant Mediterranean chicken salad is the ultimate quick meal for busy weeknights or sunny weekends. It combines tender, shredded rotisserie chicken with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny kalamata olives. The dressing is simple yet powerful, made from extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic dried oregano. Crumbled feta cheese adds a salty, creamy contrast that ties all the fresh flavors together. It’s light, refreshing, and packed with protein, making it perfect for a light lunch, a picnic staple, or a healthy side dish. The textures are delightful, ranging from crunchy vegetables to soft cheese. ItâÂÂs a no-cook recipe that comes together in minutes, offering a burst of fresh, sunny flavors without any heavy sauces or complicated techniques.
Chicken Salad
Description
This vibrant Mediterranean chicken salad is the ultimate quick meal for busy weeknights or sunny weekends. It combines tender, shredded rotisserie chicken with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny kalamata olives. The dressing is simple yet powerful, made from extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic dried oregano. Crumbled feta cheese adds a salty, creamy contrast that ties all the fresh flavors together. It&# 226;ÂÂs light, refreshing, and packed with protein, making it perfect for a light lunch, a picnic staple, or a healthy side dish. The textures are delightful, ranging from crunchy vegetables to soft cheese. ItâÂÂs a no-cook recipe that comes together in minutes, offering a burst of fresh, sunny flavors without any heavy sauces or complicated techniques.Ingredients
Directions
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Shred or chop cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
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Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice kalamata olives, then add them to the bowl with the chicken.
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In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
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Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
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Fold in crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley leaves, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 362.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.5g32%
- Saturated Fat 10.4g52%
- Cholesterol 75.2mg26%
- Sodium 68.0mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 32.4g11%
- Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
- Sugars 27.1g
- Protein 16.4g33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
