Best Citrus Chicken Feta Salad Recipes

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FETA CHICKEN SALAD



Feta Chicken Salad image

I grew up eating chicken because my father was the manager at a poultry facility, but this is the one dish that never gets boring. -Cheryl Lundquist, Wake Forest, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped seedless cucumber
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, Greek seasoning, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD



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This grilled chicken salad combines marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and bold Greek flavors all in one tasty and easy dinner. There is a reason this Greek chicken salad with the tastiest lemon and olive oil dressing is one of my go-to supper salads!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup Greek yogurt
Juice of 1 large lemon
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (more for later)
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves (minced)
Kosher salt (generous pinch to taste)
Black pepper (generous pinch to taste)
1 tbsp oregano
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
1.5 lb Chicken tenders
Homemade Greek dressing,
8 oz hearts of Romaine lettuce, (chopped )
10 oz cherry or grape tomatoes,
1 bell pepper any color, (cored and chopped)
1 English cucumber sliced into rounds, (diced)
2 shallots, (thinly sliced)
Pitted Kalamata olives, (to your liking)
Quality Greek feta blocks, (to your liking)

Steps:

  • Season and marinate the chicken tenders. In a large bowl, mix together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, and spices. Add the chicken tenders and mix to make sure chicken is well coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or refrigerate overnight, if you like)
  • Prepare the dressing according to this Greek dressing recipe.
  • Prepare the salad. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber slices, shallots and kalamata olives. Add 4 tablespoons of the Greek dressing and toss to combine (you can always add more dressing to your liking). Leave some of the dressing (about 3 tablespoons or so) for later. Add feta cheese to your liking.
  • Cook the chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high until shimmering but not smoking. Add chicken tenders to the pan (make sure to shake off any excess marinade before adding chicken to the pan.) Cook on one side undisturbed for 5 minutes until browned. Using a pair of tongs, turn chicken over and cook on other side for another 5 minutes or until chicken is done. (See notes for outdoor grilling)
  • Assemble the grilled chicken salad. Transfer the salad to serving bowls and top each bowl with the cooked chicken then drizzle a bit more of the salad dressing directly over the chicken. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 111.4 mg, Sodium 225.5 mg, Fiber 3.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LEMON FETA CHICKEN



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This bright, Greek-inspired chicken has only five ingredients-it's a busy-day lifesaver! My husband and I prepare the dish often, and it's a hit every time. -Ann Cain, Morrill, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour lemon juice over chicken; sprinkle with feta cheese, oregano and pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON HERB CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Chicken breasts dressed with lemon and herbs are served with couscous and a bright cucumber feta salad in this weeknight dinner recipe.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 46m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 (4 ounce) thinly sliced skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes
1 English cucumber, chopped
¼ red onion, finely chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
⅓ cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives
¼ cup chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand until broth is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, and oregano together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Drizzle 1/4 cup dressing on top. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts; cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a large plate. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Place 3 tablespoons dressing in a large bowl; stir in sugar. Add tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add feta cheese and toss again.
  • Drizzle remaining dressing over couscous and fold in olives. Divide couscous among 4 plates. Slice chicken breasts and place on top. Serve tomato salad on the side. Sprinkle parsley over each plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.4 g, Cholesterol 84.3 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1566.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

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