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Creamy tzatziki chicken salad served on a white plate with fresh dill and olive oil, perfect for a healthy easy lunch recipe.
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Creamy Tzatziki Chicken Salad (Easy Greek Chicken Salad Recipe)

A cool, creamy Greek-style chicken salad made with shredded chicken, tzatziki, Greek yogurt, cucumber, red onion, feta, and fresh dill. Light, tangy, and refreshing, this no-cook salad comes together in under 20 minutes and is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or serving over greens.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 small cucumber, diced small, salted and drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • colander For draining the salted cucumber.
  • Whisk
  • spatula For gently folding the salad.
  • Cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • Two forks For shredding the chicken.

Method
 

  1. Shred or dice the cooked chicken. If using rotisserie chicken, pull the meat off and shred it with two forks or your hands.
  2. Dice the cucumber small, salt it lightly, and let it sit in a colander for about 5 minutes to drain, then pat dry. Finely chop the red onion (soak in cold water for 10 minutes first if you prefer a milder bite).
  3. In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and tzatziki. Whisk in the lemon juice and olive oil until smooth and well combined.
  4. Add the chicken, drained cucumber, red onion, feta, and dill to the bowl. Fold gently with a spatula until everything is coated, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors settle.

Notes

Salt and drain the diced cucumber for about 5 minutes before adding it in to prevent a watery salad. Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience, or use grilled or poached chicken breast. For a dairy-free version, substitute a dairy-free yogurt and tzatziki alternative. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days; the flavor improves after the first day. Not recommended for freezing, as the yogurt and cucumber don't thaw well.