Description
This Feta Chicken Salad is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a light lunch or a hearty snack. Combining tender shredded chicken with crunchy vegetables and a creamy, tangy dressing made with feta cheese and herbs, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes and great for meal prepping or serving at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ small red onion, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbles
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: In a large bowl, add the shredded cooked chicken, diced red onion, diced red bell pepper, and diced celery. This step helps layer the basic components of the salad to ensure an even mix of flavors.
- Toss to combine: Mix all the chicken and vegetables together gently but thoroughly so that the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the bowl.
- Mix Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, feta cheese crumbles, dried dill, dried oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir these ingredients until the mixture is smooth and cohesive, creating a flavorful dressing.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Spoon the prepared mayonnaise and feta dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. This coats every bite with the creamy and tangy flavor profile.
- Mix until evenly coated: Use a spoon or spatula to thoroughly mix the salad so the dressing covers all components evenly, ensuring consistency in every serving.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld, enhancing the overall taste and texture of the salad before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs like parsley or basil for an extra burst of flavor.
- This salad can be served on its own, over a bed of greens, or stuffed into a pita or wrap.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
