Tzatziki Chicken Salad
A refreshing and light Tzatziki Chicken Salad made with shredded rotisserie chicken and a creamy yogurt dressing, perfect for lunch or quick dinner.
Ingredients
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a thicker texture.
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust based on garlic preference.
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped Dried dill can be substituted.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Add more for extra tang.
- Salt and pepper to taste Start with small amounts and adjust as needed.
For the Salad
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Mixed greens for serving Best served with fresh greens.
Instructions
Preparation of Tzatziki Sauce
- In a bowl, combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki sauce.
Combine Chicken and Dressing
- In another bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the tzatziki sauce until well-coated.
Serving
- Serve the chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens.
Notes
For best texture, serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze the chicken mixture without greens for about one month.