Greek Chicken with Cucumber-Feta Salad is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that typically consists of marinated chicken that is grilled or baked, served with a side salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and feta cheese. The marinade for the chicken typically includes ingredients such as lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and other herbs and spices. The salad is usually dressed with a simple vinaigrette made of olive oil and lemon juice. It is a healthy and delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal.
Here is a recipe for Greek Chicken with Cucumber-Feta Salad:
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 large cucumber, diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions:
1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the bag and toss to coat. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley and feta cheese.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp of olive oil and 2 tbsp of lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
7. Serve the chicken with the cucumber-feta salad on the side.
Enjoy your delicious Greek-inspired meal!
