Feta Chicken Salad
This creamy Feta Chicken Salad combines cooked chicken, feta cheese, red onion, bell pepper, celery, and herbs for a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired dish.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded
- ½ small red onion finely diced
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- 3 celery stalks diced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Combine the Salad Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, red onion, red bell pepper, and diced celery. Gently toss the ingredients together until evenly distributed.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, crumbled feta, dried dill, oregano, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Stir until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt, if necessary.
Mix the Salad
- Spoon the feta-mayo dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Using a spatula or large spoon, gently fold the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated.
Chill Before Serving
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free when prepared as written. However, to ensure full compliance for gluten-sensitive individuals, verify that the mayonnaise and dried seasonings (especially taco blends or spice mixes) are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain hidden gluten-based additives or stabilizers.