Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

A vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired salad loaded with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and creamy feta, topped with herb-marinated grilled chicken. Light, satisfying, and packed with heart-healthy ingredients — this is a weeknight staple that feels like a trip to the Greek islands.

4 servings · Prep 20 min · Cook 15 min · Total 35 min

Mediterranean · Greek · Salad · Lunch

Marinade

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra-virgin
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from about 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Main

  • 1 large English cucumber halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
  • 2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 whole red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 whole green bell pepper seeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 4 oz feta cheese crumbled or cut into small cubes

Dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra-virgin
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill Pan
  • Platter
  • Serving Platter
  • Fridge
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Serving Platters (Large)
  • Tongs
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl (4 Quarts)
  • Meat Thermometer

Instructions

  1. In a #[Mixing Bowl] or zip-lock bag, whisk together the @[Extra-Virgin Olive Oil], @[Lemon Juice], @[Minced Garlic], @[Dried Oregano], @[Kosher Salt], and @[Black Pepper]. Add the @[Chicken Breasts], turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least ~[15 minutes] at room temperature, or up to ~[4 hours] in the #[Fridge].
  2. Preheat your #[Grill] or #[Grill Pan] to ^[medium-high heat]. Remove the @[Chicken Breasts] 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.
  3. In a small #[Mixing Bowl], whisk together the @[Extra-Virgin Olive Oil], @[Red Wine Vinegar], @[Dried Oregano], @[Kosher Salt], and @[Black Pepper] until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. In a large #[Mixing Bowl], combine the sliced @[English Cucumber], @[Cherry Tomatoes], @[Red Onion], and @[Green Bell Pepper]. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
  5. Transfer the dressed salad to a large serving platter or individual bowls. Scatter the @[Kalamata Olives] and @[Feta Cheese] over the top. Arrange the sliced grilled @[Chicken Breasts] on top and finish with an extra drizzle of @[Extra-Virgin Olive Oil] and a pinch of @[Dried Oregano] if desired. Serve immediately.