Greek Chicken Salad

Posted Jan 11, 2026

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This Greek chicken salad is a healthy version of a classic. Perfect for meal prep, this mediterranean chicken salad is flavorful and delicious!

A bowl of Greek chicken salad made with shredded chicken, Kalamata olives, cucumber, green onions, and fresh dill mixed in a creamy dressing, served with pita bread and a lemon wedge on the side.

This Greek chicken salad is one of my favorite healthy recipes. It’s no secret I love mediterranean inspired dishes, and this is no exception.

Shredded chicken, onion, cucumbers and kalamata oilves are coated with a delicious greek yogurt dressing that includes feta cheese, lemon juice, herbs, spices and more for a flavor-packed chicken salad that is anything but boring.

This delicious greek yogurt chicken salad is a healthy, high-protein recipe that’s perfect for meal prepping. I’m always so happy when I make this because then I get to enjoy it all week and never wonder, “What’s for lunch today?”

Greet Yogurt Chicken Salad: Ingredients & Substitutions

Overhead view of ingredients for Greek chicken salad arranged on a gray surface, including bowls of shredded chicken, diced cucumber, sliced Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onion, fresh dill, Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and small dishes of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.

Greek yogurt. I really don’t recommend substitutions here. You can use full-fat (recommended) or lower fat yogurt with great results.
Feta cheese. If you must, goat cheese is a good substitute for feta.
Garlic powder. 2 teaspoons of minced garlic works well in place of garlic powder.
Fresh dill. Freeze-dried dill is a great substitute if you can’t find fresh.
Green onions. shallots or red onion both work well.
Kalamata olives. these are quintessential greek olives and I don’t recommend substitutions.

Close-up photo of Greek chicken salad in a white speckled bowl with a slice of pita bread and a spoon.

How to Make Greek Chicken Salad

Let’s walk through this mediterranean chicken salad recipe together, and don’t forget to watch the video!

Make the Dressing

Begin by making the dressing. Combine the greek yogurt, feta and honey in a bowl.

Making Greek chicken salad: beginning to mix the creamy dressing ingredients in a white speckled bowl.

Then, add the herbs and spices and stir until evenly distributed in the greek yogurt mixture.

Making Greek chicken salad: beginning to mix the creamy dressing ingredients in a white speckled bowl - adding dill and spices.

Making Greek chicken salad: the finalized dressing is shown in a white speckled bowl with a spoon.

Assemble the Greek Chicken Salad

Once the dressing is ready, assemble the salad. Start by putting the cooked chicken, olives, onions and cucumbers in a large bowl. Then addd the dressing.

If you need to cook chicken for this recipe, I suggest using my crock pot shredded chicken. Or use leftover grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken.

Making Greek chicken salad: kalamata olives, shredded chicken, cucumbers, and green onions are placed in a clear class bowl on a gray surface.

Making Greek chicken salad: kalamata olives, shredded chicken, cucumbers, green onions, and completed salad dressing are shown in a clear class bowl on a gray surface and being mixed together with a spoon.

Stir until the dressing is evenly distributed. Then cover the bowl and put it in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour. This gives the flavors time to really steep into the dish,

Making Greek chicken salad: kalamata olives, shredded chicken, cucumbers, and green onions are placed in a clear class bowl on a gray surface and mixed together.

Making Greek chicken salad: completed salad is shown in a clear glass Tupperware dish and covered with an orange lid.

After 1 hour, stir again and serve.

Serve

There are so many ways to enjoy this greek chicken salad. You can serve it as a sandwich on bread, stuffed into pita bread, or in a wrap. Or, eat it with crackers like a dip.

We also love serving it over a bed of greens as a salad.

Overview photo of Greek chicken salad being served in a white speckled bowl with a slice of lemon.

Store

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing this recipe because it changes the texture of the cucumbers and it’s not my favorite.

Overview photo of Greek chicken salad being eaten in a white speckled bowl with a slice of pita bread. A person's hand is holding the pita bread with some of the chicken salad on top.

Greek Chicken Salad Recipe FAQS

What kind of Greek yogurt is best for this recipe?

I prefer full-fat, plain greek yogurt for the creamiest, most flavorful salad. But you can use low or no fat yogurt with great results.

Can I make Greek chicken salad ahead of time?

Absolutely. This salad is perfect for meal prep and it’s best when it’s made in advance so the flavors can really come together.

How long does Greek chicken salad last in the fridge?

Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze Greek chicken salad?

I do not recommend freezing this recipe. It will change the texture of both the greek yogurt and cucumbers in a not pleasant way.

Are Kalamata olives necessary?

Kalamata olives give the salad that signature Greek flavor, but you can substitute with black or green olives, or omit them if you prefer a milder taste.

Overview photo of Greek chicken salad in a white speckled bowl with a slice of pita bread and a spoon.

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