This Tzatziki Chicken Salad recipe is a flavorful make-ahead recipe that's tasty served as a sandwich, over greens as a salad, or as an appetizer.
There's simply something so satisfying about a salad that actually feels like a meal.
This chicken tzatziki salad is hearty, refreshing, and full of flavor. Basically, everything We want in a go-to lunch or weeknight dinner.
We've been obsessed with making this on repeat lately. It's the kind of meal that works for everything—busy weeknights, laid-back weekend lunches, picnics, or even a summer barbecue spread.
Bonus: it's super simple to prep in advance.
[feast_advanced_jump_to]🌟 Why this recipe works
Wanna know why We love this recipe, and think you will, too?
This recipe is:
- Packed with bold, fresh Mediterranean flavors
- Comes together fast with simple ingredients
- Great for meal prep or make-ahead lunches
- Cool and creamy from the tzatziki, but still protein-packed
- Tasty warm or cold
- Naturally gluten-free
- Totally customizable with your favorite toppings
🛒 Ingredient notes
- Chicken – shredded chicken meat adds lean protein and soaks up flavor like a champ. Use rotisserie chicken from your supermarket deli as an simple tasty shortcut.
- Cucumbers – bring the crunch and cool factor.
- Red onion – adds a sharp, zippy bite (or sub with shallots for something milder).
- Kalamata olives – salty and briny, they tie the whole salad together and add to that Mediterranean feel and flavor.
- Garlic – fresh and punchy; essential in the tzatziki.
- Feta cheese – tangy, creamy, and a little salty—perfection in crumbles. We use dairy-free feta crumbles to keep it dairy-free.
- Fresh parsley – for final pops of color and an herby finish.
- Greek yogurt – the base of the tzatziki; creamy and packed with protein. We use non-dairy plain Greek yogurt to keep it dairy-free.
- Lemon juice – brings brightness and a little zing.
- Salt + black pepper – to season everything simply right.
✅ Step-by-step instructions
We'm including a few step-by-step photos so you can see simply how simple it is to make this chicken tzatziki recipe. You'll find more detailed instructions along with measurements for ingredients in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In a large bowl, stir together the tzatziki: greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, grated cucumber, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Slice the chicken, toss everything together in a big bowl, and dollop with tzatziki and feta.
- Finish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon. Done!
👩🏻🍳 Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! It's a great shortcut.
Can We make this salad ahead of time?Yes! It actually gets better as it sits. Simply keep the tzatziki separate until you're ready to eat.
Can We make this dairy-free?Yes, We usually make this dairy free! Simply use a dairy-free yogurt and skip the feta or use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
How long does it last in the fridge?Up to 3 days! Simply store it in an airtight container.
🍽 Serving ideas
This tzatziki chicken salad is wonderful to serve for lunches, dinners, outdoor picnics, summer potlucks, meal prep lunches, and for anytime you want a light and healthy meal.
It plays so well with others, too. Serve it with:
- Warm pita or flatbread
- Cilantro Lime Brown Rice or quinoa
- Grilled asparagus or Pressure-cooker Broccoli
- A crisp green salad or tomato cucumber side salad
🍷 🥂 Wine pairings
This Mediterranean chicken salad is best paired with a crisp, white wine. Here are the two top expert recommendations:
- Sauvignon Blanc – crisp, citrusy, and herby, it pairs beautifully with the lemon and parsley
- Assyrtiko (a Greek white wine) – dry, mineral-driven, and refreshing—perfect with Mediterranean flavors
🍳 Kitchen tools and equipment
Ready to make this recipe? Here are the kitchen tools and equipment you'll need:
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Large wooden spoon
- Box grater (for cucumber in the tzatziki)
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Tzatziki Chicken Salad
By Marlynn Schotland Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 0 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 servings This Mediterranean chicken salad is tasty served in a pita as a sandwich, over greens as a salad, or over crostini or crackers as an appetizer.Ingredients
Tzatziki
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cucumber, with excess liquid squeezed out between paper towels
- 3 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Chicken salad
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped Kalamata olives
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
- Add the chicken, red onion, olives, cheese, and parsley. Toss together to combine until the chicken is well coated in the Tzatziki dressing.
Notes
Makes approximately 4 chicken salad sandwiches. Storage: store chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.Nutrition
Calories: 340 kcal, Carbohydrates: 6 g, Protein: 43 g, Fat: 15 g, Saturated Fat: 5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g, Trans Fat: 0.003 g, Cholesterol: 124 mg, Sodium: 762 mg, Potassium: 495 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 3 g, Vitamin A: 365 IU, Vitamin C: 9 mg, Calcium: 182 mg, Iron: 2 mgNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
