Greek Salad Grilled Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Grilled chicken and Greek salad combine in a refreshing, high-protein dish with vibrant summer flavors.

# What You Need:

→ Grilled Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Greek Salad

08 - 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
09 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 large cucumber, diced
11 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
13 - 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

14 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
15 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
16 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
18 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
19 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for minimum 15 minutes, up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - In a large salad bowl, layer Romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
04 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
05 - Drizzle dressing evenly over vegetables and cheese. Toss gently using salad utensils to coat all ingredients.
06 - Distribute salad into four serving bowls. Lay sliced grilled chicken atop each salad and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The chicken soaks up tangy marinade in minutes, delivering big flavor with very little fuss.
  • This salad bowl is fresh, filling, and easy to customize when you need to clear out your vegetable drawer.
02 -
  • If the chicken is grilled too quickly or over high flame, it toughens—patience pays off.
  • Toss the salad gently or the feta turns to mush and the tomatoes burst all over the bowl.
03 -
  • Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling keeps it juicy and easy to slice.
  • Combining the dressing just before tossing the salad keeps the greens from wilting too soon.
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