Delicious and Healthy Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe

This Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta cheese with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is bursting with Mediterranean flavors that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 4 cups mixed salad greens

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through. Let cool, then slice into thin strips.
3. In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
4. Drizzle lemon juice over the salad, then pour the dressing on top. Toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
5. To serve, place a bed of mixed salad greens on a plate and top with the Mediterranean chicken mixture.
6. Enjoy your Mediterranean Chicken Salad with a side of crusty bread or toasted pita for a complete meal!

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