Easy Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe (Whole30)

5 from 1 vote

Easy Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe (Whole30)

This Mediterranean Chicken Salad is my go-to when I want a quick, satisfying, and flavorful meal that also happens to be Whole30 and paleo-friendly. Packed with fresh veggies, juicy grilled chicken, and a zesty homemade dressing, this dish is perfect for any season. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or throwing together a last-minute lunch, this salad is sure to become a family favorite.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Marinating Time30

Total Time50

Course: Main Course, Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: mediterranean grilled chicken salad recipe

Servings: servings

Ingredients

Dressing

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup parsley packed
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
3 garlic cloves minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Salad

1½ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 head of romaine lettuce chopped
1 cup baby tomatoes halved
1½ cup chopped cucumber
1 avocado
1/2 red onion sliced
1/3 cup kalamata olives sliced or roughly chopped

Instructions

Add all ingredients for the dressing in a blender and blend until smooth.
Place chicken in a bowl and massage with 1/2 of the dressing, reserving the other half for the salad. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Heat a grill or a pan over medium high heat. Cook the chicken until cooked through (about 5 minutes per side for thighs, or 7 minutes per side for breasts).
Remove the chicken from heat and set aside until cool enough to handle.
While the chicken is cooling, add all the salad ingredients (except chicken) in a large salad bowl.
Slice the chicken into thin strips, then add to the salad.
Drizzle with the remaining half of the dressing, toss together, then serve.

Notes

Add extra vegetables like artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or crunchy radishes for even more variety.
Got leftovers from last night’s BBQ? Repurpose the leftover grilled chicken here for a super quick meal. You can even use store-bought rotisserie chicken if you’re short on time.
For the juiciest chicken, use a food thermometer to check the inside temperature (165°F for chicken).
If you’re not on Whole30, sprinkle crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese or add dollops of greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
To make ahead of time, store the salad and dressing separately in an airtight container to keep everything fresh.
This salad tastes amazing when the ingredients are freshly tossed together. Keep any leftover chicken and dressing in separate containers to maintain their texture and flavor.

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