Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

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CitrusyTangySavoryHerby

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  • Prep20m
  • Cook15m
Total time
35 min
Cook at
165°F
Internal temp
165°F
Doneness
Well-Done
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Recipe written for 4 servings

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Main

Dressing

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Fridge

3 days

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1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness

Grilled chicken breast

10–16 min165°F

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  • 15–240 min

In a mixing bowl or zip-lock bag, whisk together the 3 tbsp olive oil extra-virgin, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from about 1 lemon, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp kosher salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Add the 1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the fridge.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fridge
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Lemon Juice
  • Garlic
  • Oregano
  • 6–7 min
  • 165°F
  • Well-Done
  • Medium-high

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the 1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness from the marinade and shake off any excess. Grill for 6–7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks form. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing diagonally.

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  • Grill
  • Cutting Board
  • Chicken Breast

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp olive oil extra-virgin, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp kosher salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Oregano
  • Salt

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced large English cucumber halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, ½ whole red onion, and 1 whole green bell pepper seeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.

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  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small Seedless Cucumber
  • Cherry Tomato
  • Red Onion
  • Green Bell Pepper

Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platters (Large) or individual bowls. Scatter the ½ cup Kalamata olives and 4 oz feta cheese crumbled or cut into small cubes over the top. Arrange the sliced grilled 1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness on top and finish with an extra drizzle of olive oil extra-virgin and a pinch of dried oregano if desired. Serve immediately.

Uses

  • Kalamata Olives
  • Feta Cheese
  • Chicken Breast
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Oregano
Per serving

Nutrition facts

Estimated for one serving as written. Scale with Serving size in the sidebar for your batch.

420

Cal

Protein

38 g

37%

Carbs

12 g

12%

Fat

24 g

52%