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Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and creamy Tzatziki Chicken Salad combining tender shredded chicken with a homemade Greek yogurt cucumber tzatziki sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs, olives, and feta cheese. Perfect for serving in pita bread, on greens, or as a light, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Tzatziki

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk preferred)
  • 1 cup shredded cucumber, excess liquid squeezed out with paper towels
  • 2-4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Chicken Salad

  • 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tzatziki sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, freshly squeezed lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the sauce is creamy.
  2. Combine chicken salad ingredients: Add the shredded chicken, finely chopped red onion, chopped kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped flat leaf parsley to the bowl with the tzatziki sauce. Gently stir until all components are evenly coated with the tzatziki dressing.
  3. Adjust seasoning: Taste the chicken salad and add additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference to balance the flavors perfectly.
  4. Serve: Enjoy the Tzatziki Chicken Salad immediately, served inside pita pockets, over a bed of romaine or mixed greens, or as a flavorful side dish.

Notes

  • Ensure to squeeze out excess moisture from the shredded cucumber to prevent a watery tzatziki sauce.
  • Use fresh dill for bright, authentic flavor.
  • Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Substitute kalamata olives with green olives for a milder taste if preferred.
  • Perfect for meal prep and quick lunches.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/tzatziki-chicken-salad-recipe/