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A vibrant Greek Chicken Salad with grilled chicken strips, feta cheese, and olives in a large bowl.

Greek Chicken Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 large cucumber , sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the marinade and dressing.
  2. Place chicken in a shallow dish and coat with half of the prepared dressing; marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Remove chicken from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
  6. Top the salad with the sliced chicken and crumbled feta cheese.
  7. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.