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Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt; ½ cucumber, grated and water squeezed out; 2 to 3 garlic cloves, pressed; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 cups chopped cooked chicken; 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes; ½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers; ½ cup sliced Kalamata olives; ¼ cup chopped red onion; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

ByElla Hart November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

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Introduction

This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish inspired by Greek cuisine. Creamy yogurt and fresh cucumber blend perfectly with tender chicken and crisp vegetables, making it a perfect light lunch or dinner option.

A white bowl filled with a creamy chicken salad that has visible chunks of white chicken, bright red cherry tomatoes, dark purple olives, and green leafy herbs mixed throughout a thick, pale dressing; the salad's texture looks rich and chunky. Behind the bowl, there are round, golden-brown flatbreads on a wooden board along with a smaller white bowl full of dark olives to the side. The scene is set on a white marbled surface with a blue and white striped cloth partially visible under the bowls. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup plus 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated
2 to 3 garlic cloves, pressed
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
½ cup sliced Kalamata olives
¼ cup chopped red onion
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Squeeze the water from the grated cucumber to remove excess moisture.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, pressed garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
Step 3: Stir in the chopped cooked chicken, romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, Kalamata olives, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese until everything is evenly coated with the tzatziki dressing.
Step 4: Serve immediately or chill for a short time to let the flavors meld together.

Tips & Variations

For extra tang, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the dressing.
Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep or grill your own for a smoky flavor.
Try adding chopped fresh mint for an additional burst of freshness.
Serve the salad over quinoa or pita bread for a more filling meal.

Storage

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors develop nicely but the lettuce may soften over time. Reheat is not recommended; best served chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A large white bowl filled with a creamy chicken salad showing visible pieces of chicken, chopped green leafy vegetables, yellow pepper slices, halved cherry tomatoes in red and purple olives mixed throughout; the salad has a thick white creamy dressing coating all ingredients. Behind the bowl, two pieces of golden brown flatbreads are placed on a white marbled surface, with a small white bowl of dark olives to the right side. The overall look is fresh and colorful with a mix of light and rich tones, photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

You can prepare the tzatziki dressing and chop the ingredients in advance, but it’s best to combine everything just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp.

What can I substitute if I don’t have Kalamata olives?

You can use green olives or black olives instead, depending on your preference. They will alter the flavor slightly but still maintain the Mediterranean vibe.