Greek Chicken & Potato Salad Recipe

Greek Chicken & Potato Salad combines the zesty flavors of Greek cuisine with hearty, comforting ingredients like tender chicken and creamy potatoes. It’s a wholesome, flavorful dish that can serve as a main course or a hearty side. Here’s a recipe for it:

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (grilled, roasted, or rotisserie)
• 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, boiled and halved
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped

For the Greek Dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Potatoes:
   • Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Assemble the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, boiled potatoes, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
4. Dress the Salad:
   • Drizzle the Greek dressing over the salad. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
5. Add Garnishes:
   • Sprinkle the salad with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley or dill.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the salad immediately, either warm or at room temperature. It can also be chilled for a refreshing cold salad.

Tips:

• For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano before cooking.
• Add a handful of arugula or spinach for extra greens.
• Substitute sweet potatoes or roasted potatoes for a twist.

This Greek Chicken & Potato Salad is a versatile dish packed with Mediterranean flavors, making it perfect for a light dinner, picnic, or meal prep!