Tzatziki Chicken Salad (Printable)

Shredded chicken with creamy tzatziki, cucumbers, and fresh Mediterranean vegetables for a light, satisfying meal.

# What You’ll 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 fresh lemon juice
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 crumbled feta cheese
12 - 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata or green olives
13 - 1 small avocado, diced
14 - Fresh spinach or mixed greens for serving

# Directions:

01 - Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken. Pour the tzatziki sauce over the chicken and gently fold until evenly coated. Add diced red onion and any optional ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, feta, 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.
05 - Serve chilled over a bed of spinach or mixed greens, or enjoy as is.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes using rotisserie chicken, so there's no cooking required.
  • The creamy tzatziki is lighter and more flavorful than mayo-based dressings.
  • You can customize it endlessly with whatever vegetables or toppings you have on hand.
  • It tastes even better after chilling, making it perfect for meal prep or potlucks.
02 -
  • Skipping the cucumber-squeezing step will leave you with a runny, sad salad, so don't skip it.
  • Let the salad chill for the full 30 minutes, the flavors really do need that time to come together.
  • If you're adding avocado, toss it in just before serving so it stays green and fresh looking.
03 -
  • Use the thickest Greek yogurt you can find, it makes all the difference in texture and creaminess.
  • Mince the garlic by hand instead of using a press, it distributes more evenly and tastes fresher.
  • Taste the tzatziki before mixing it with the chicken and adjust the lemon or salt, it's much easier to fix at that stage.
  • If you love extra crunch, toss in some diced celery or bell pepper along with the red onion.
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