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Chicken Gyro Salad with Feta and Olives

Elina James
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Salad
  • 6 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Step 2: Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Step 3: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Step 4: Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  • Step 5: Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Step 6: Slice chicken into strips.
  • Step 7: In a large bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onion, and feta.
  • Step 8: Whisk dressing ingredients and drizzle over salad.
  • Step 9: Top salad with sliced chicken and toss lightly before serving.