Greek Chicken Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing

Ingredients

• 2 lb chicken breast
• 5 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 6 cup mixed salad greens
• 1½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• ¾ cup kalamata olives

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Set aside.
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
4. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
5. Add sliced chicken to the salad and drizzle with lemon herb dressing. Toss gently to combine.
6. Top with crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives. Serve immediately.