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Easy Grilled Chicken Greek Salad Delight

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A quick, fresh, and flavorful Greek salad with grilled chicken marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano, perfect for summer meals and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 340 g)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for marinade)
  • Juice of 1 lemon (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Greek oregano)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine and baby spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or grape tomatoes)
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced (English cucumber preferred)
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for dressing)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat well. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, but no longer than 2 hours.
  2. Prep the Salad Ingredients: Wash and dry salad greens. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, halve kalamata olives, and crumble feta cheese. Set aside in a large salad bowl.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill chicken 5-6 minutes per side until grill marks form and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Rest and Slice the Chicken: Transfer chicken to cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
  6. Toss the Salad: Drizzle about half the dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
  7. Assemble the Salad: Arrange sliced chicken over tossed salad. Drizzle remaining dressing on top or serve on the side.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes but no longer than 2 hours to keep it juicy. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Dry greens thoroughly before tossing to avoid sogginess. Toss salad just before serving to keep it fresh.

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Keywords: Greek salad, grilled chicken, summer meals, healthy salad, Mediterranean diet, quick dinner, easy recipe

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