Description
A vibrant and healthy dish combining grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, olives, and a zesty dressing. Packed with smoky depth, tangy flavor, and satisfying textures for a balanced lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (skin-on preferred for extra flavor)
1 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
2 large tomatoes (cherry or roma, halved)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup olives (green or Kalamata)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 red onion (thinly sliced, optional)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Salt, pepper, and dried oregano (for seasoning)
Instructions
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat
Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked
Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing
Dice cucumber and halve tomatoes
Thinly slice red onion and let sit for 5 minutes to mellow
In a large bowl, combine diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, olives, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil
Add fresh lemon juice and toss gently
Top with grilled chicken slices just before serving
Notes
Use extra-virgin olive oil for richer flavor
Cherry tomatoes add more juice and sweetness
Feta cheese can be omitted for a vegan version
For advance prep, cook chicken and chop vegetables 24 hours in advance
Add toasted chickpeas for extra protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg