Description
A vibrant, protein-packed salad with juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy herby Greek yogurt ranch dressing—perfect for quick meals, meal prep, or a nourishing dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked (grilled, baked, or pan-seared)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 6 cups romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking chicken)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Cook until golden and cooked through. Let rest, then slice or shred.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Chop greens, dice cucumber, halve tomatoes, slice onion, and shred carrots.
- In a large bowl, layer greens and veggies. Top with sliced or shredded chicken.
- Drizzle with ranch dressing and toss gently to coat. Garnish with extra herbs or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Garnish with roasted sunflower seeds, scallions, radishes, or crumbled feta for extra texture and flavor.
- Great for meal prep—store chicken, veggies, and dressing separately up to 3 days.
- Substitute dairy-free yogurt and herbs for a vegan/dairy-free version.