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Grilled Chicken Salad with AOP Parmesan and Oregano

A fresh and healthy salad featuring grilled chicken, crunchy croutons, creamy yogurt-Parmesan dressing, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for meal prep and maintaining lean protein intake.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1/2 head head of garlic
  • 1 slice slice of country bread
  • 1/2 packet packet chicken breast
  • 1/4 packet packet dried oregano
  • 1/4 lemon lemon
  • 1/2 cucumber cucumber
  • 1/2 pot pot Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 packet packet salad
  • 1/2 piece piece Parmigiano Reggiano AOP
  • 3 tbsp tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp tsp mustard
  • 1 egg yolk egg yolk
  • 1 tsp tsp red wine or cider vinegar
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the garlic in half and rub one clove on 1 slice of bread per person. Cut the bread into croutons. Crush the remaining garlic with the blade of a knife.
  2. Cut the chicken into smaller, equal-sized cubes.
  3. Wash and zest the lemon, then cut it into wedges. Wash the cucumber and cut it into thin half-moons.
Cooking Chicken and Croutons
  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes with 1/4 packet dried oregano per person, or until no longer pink in the center. Season with salt and pepper and set the chicken aside.
  2. Return the pan to medium heat with the croutons, crushed garlic, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring regularly, or until the croutons are golden and crispy. Remove the garlic and set the croutons aside.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a large bowl, whisk the mustard with the egg yolk and 1 tsp red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, then gradually add 2 tbsp olive oil while whisking.
  2. Add the yogurt and whisk until creamy. Grate half of the Parmesan into the sauce and add a few drops of lemon juice and a pinch of zest.
Assembling the Salad
  1. Add the salad to the bowl and mix well to soak up the sauce.
  2. Serve in deep plates and arrange the chicken, cucumber, and garlic croutons on top.
  3. Use a peeler to create shavings or slices of the remaining Parmesan and sprinkle them over the salad.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice as needed.

Notes

Keep chicken and croutons separate from salad greens and dressing for optimal freshness. Store cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days.