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Charred Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from the sun-soaked Mediterranean region, this salad embodies the vibrant flavors of Greece. Traditionally enjoyed during the warmer months, it showcases the region's fresh produce and healthy ingredients, making it a staple for both casual and festive occasions. Today, variations of this salad can be found worldwide, often featuring local ingredients while maintaining that signature Mediterranean flair.

MediterraneanGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons tahini
1/4 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon harissa
1/4 cup water
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup kalamata olives
2 tablespoons capers
4 slices bread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is less expensive while providing a creamy texture.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Black olives are often cheaper and still add flavor.

1

Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.

2

Place chicken in a bag and add garlic, salt, red pepper, black pepper, and a few tablespoons of olive oil.

3

Seal the bag and mix the ingredients to coat the chicken.

4

Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the chicken in a single layer.

5

Cook the chicken until brown and crispy on each side, about 5-7 minutes per side.

6

Add lemon halves to the skillet in the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize them.

7

Once the chicken is browned, turn off the heat and let it rest in the pan for a few minutes for carryover cooking.

8

Prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, and harissa in a bowl.

9

Thin the tahini sauce with water until it reaches a pourable consistency.

10

Transfer the tahini sauce to a squeeze bottle for easy serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingchopping

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Mediterranean Chicken SaladGrilled Chicken Salad

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