Name: Greek Chicken Pasta Salad (Healthy, High Protein, Easy Meal Prep)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 8-10 oz pasta (regular, gluten free, or grain free); 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup kalamata olives, sliced; 1 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped; 1/3 cup crumbled feta or dairy-free alternative; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 clove garlic, finely minced; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 3/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Description

This Greek Chicken Pasta Salad offers a delightful blend of flavors with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for quick dinners or meal prep, it’s both nutritious and satisfying!

Ingredients

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1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8–10 oz pasta (regular, gluten free, or grain free)
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup kalamata olives, sliced
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
1/3 cup crumbled feta or dairy-free alternative
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cool water, then set aside to cool.
In a bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes and cut into bite-sized pieces or strips.
Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth and combined.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, avocado, and herbs.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Add feta, if desired, and toss lightly again.
Serve immediately or chill for 30–60 minutes for the best flavor. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Feel free to customize the veggies based on your preference.
For a dairy-free option, replace feta with a dairy-free cheese alternative.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 85mg