Greek Chicken Salad (Trader Joe’s Copycat) Recipe
This Greek Chicken Salad is a quick and flavorful dish inspired by Trader Joe’s, combining tender shredded chicken with tangy artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and salty Kalamata olives. Creamy Greek yogurt and mayonnaise blend together to create a refreshing, protein-packed salad perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served with crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes (if cooking chicken from raw)
- Total Time: 15 minutes (using precooked chicken) to 40 minutes (if cooking chicken)
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 3 cups (about 1 pound) shredded or cubed cooked chicken*
- 1/3 cup finely diced white onion
- 1/2 cup chopped artichokes
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (jarred in oil)
- 1/4 cup diced Kalamata olives
Dressing
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or additional Greek yogurt)
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste (adjust carefully due to salty olives)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: If using raw chicken, season it with salt and pepper. Bake it at 375ºF (190ºC) for 15 minutes on each side, totaling 30 minutes, or pan-fry in a medium skillet over medium-high heat for about 8-10 minutes per side until fully cooked. Alternatively, use rotisserie, canned, or precooked chicken for convenience.
- Prepare the salad base: Shred or cube the cooked chicken and combine it in a bowl with finely diced white onion, chopped artichokes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and diced Kalamata olives.
- Mix the dressing: Add plain Greek yogurt and mayonnaise to the chicken mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly. Taste the salad and season with additional salt and pepper if needed, keeping in mind the salty nature of the olives.
- Serve: Enjoy the chicken salad on your favorite bread, crackers, lettuce wraps, or tortillas for a versatile and delicious meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use all Greek yogurt and omit mayonnaise.
- Jarred sun-dried tomatoes stored in oil provide the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust salt carefully since Kalamata olives add saltiness to the dish.
- Perfect as a quick lunch or picnic food.
- Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Optional additions: fresh herbs like dill or oregano for added flavor.
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