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Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe

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This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken tossed in a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, and lemon juice. Bright red onion, garlic, and optional additions like feta, olives, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and mixed greens add bursts of flavor and texture. Perfect as a light lunch or dinner served chilled.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 medium cucumber, grated
  • 1 cup plain, full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Additional Salad Components

  • 1/2 small red onion, diced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Olives, sliced (Kalamata or green, optional)
  • Avocado, diced (optional)
  • Spinach or mixed greens for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: If you already have shredded rotisserie chicken, you can skip this step. Otherwise, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, and then shred the chicken using forks or your hands.
  2. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the cucumber and use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out excess moisture to prevent the salad from becoming watery. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cucumber with Greek yogurt, chopped dill, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir everything well until fully mixed.
  3. Combine Chicken and Sauce: In a large bowl, place the shredded chicken and pour the prepared tzatziki sauce over it. Gently fold the mixture together to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy sauce. Add the diced red onion and mix to combine thoroughly.
  4. Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad into an airtight container. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully and the dish to cool before serving.
  5. Optional Additions and Serving Suggestions: Just before serving, consider folding in optional ingredients like halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, diced avocado, or serving over spinach or mixed greens for added freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Grating and squeezing the cucumber is crucial to avoid watery salad.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a creamier and more authentic tzatziki flavor.
  • The salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite Mediterranean toppings like olives and feta.
  • This dish pairs well with warm pita bread or as a light main course.

Keywords: tzatziki chicken salad, Greek yogurt chicken salad, Mediterranean chicken salad, healthy chicken recipes, rotisserie chicken salad

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