Tzatziki Chicken Mediterranean Salad (Printable)

Tender chicken meets creamy tzatziki with crisp veggies and Mediterranean flavors for a satisfying meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Dairy

01 - 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skinless
02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 medium cucumber, grated
07 - 1/2 small red onion, diced
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Add-Ons

10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
12 - 1/4 cup Kalamata or green olives, sliced
13 - 1 small avocado, diced
14 - Spinach or mixed greens, for serving

# Steps:

01 - Grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor. Place grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove excess moisture.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
03 - Transfer shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl. Pour tzatziki sauce over chicken and gently fold until evenly coated. Add diced red onion and optional ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, or avocado. Mix gently to combine.
04 - Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and develop.
05 - Serve chilled over a bed of spinach or mixed greens, in pita pockets, or lettuce wraps as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms leftover rotisserie chicken into something that feels special without any actual cooking.
  • The homemade tzatziki is so much brighter than anything from a jar and takes almost no effort.
  • You can eat it straight from the bowl, pile it onto greens, or stuff it into pita and it works every time.
  • It tastes even better the next day once the flavors have mingled in the fridge.
02 -
  • Skipping the step where you squeeze the cucumber dry will leave you with a soupy mess instead of a thick, creamy sauce.
  • The salad tastes noticeably better after it has chilled, the garlic mellows and the dill infuses everything.
  • If you add avocado, dice it right before serving or it will turn brown and mushy in the fridge.
03 -
  • Taste your tzatziki before mixing it with the chicken and adjust the lemon, garlic, and salt until it sings on its own.
  • Use the darkest, most flavorful part of the rotisserie chicken, usually the thighs, for the richest taste.
  • If you want more crunch, toss in diced bell pepper or radishes just before serving.
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