Feta Chicken Salad

Introduction

Feta Chicken Salad is a refreshing, Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, creamy feta, crisp vegetables,
and a bright lemon-oregano dressing. It’s perfect for lunches, meal prep, or light dinners.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)

For the Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta, parsley, and olives.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
4. Toss gently to combine without breaking up the feta too much.
5. Chill for 15–20 minutes or serve immediately.

Description

This Feta Chicken Salad blends savory chicken, tangy feta, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing.
It’s vibrant, satisfying, and incredibly easy to customize—perfect for busy days or light meals.

Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
• Add extra crunch with celery, nuts, or toasted pita chips.
• Mix a spoon of Greek yogurt into the dressing for extra creaminess.
• Serve over greens, rice, or quinoa for a heartier meal.
• Chill the salad for deeper, more developed flavor.

Correction

• If the dressing is too sharp, add 1 teaspoon honey or more olive oil.
• If the salad feels dry, add extra lemon juice or olive oil.
• If the flavor is flat, increase the salt slightly or add fresh herbs.

Enjoy

Serve chilled and enjoy this fresh, tangy, protein-packed salad anytime you need something delicious and satisfying!