{"id":"7d853a7d-6a73-4a57-9342-c44c52c2e726","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/7d853a7d-6a73-4a57-9342-c44c52c2e726","source_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/greek-chicken-chopped-salad/","title":"Greek Chicken Chopped Salad with Lemon Tahini Vinaigrette.","description":"This simple Pan-seared Greek chicken salad is tossed together with greens, chickpeas, tomatoes, avocado, feta cheese, cucumbers, and a deliciously creamy, lemony tahini vinaigrette.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT30M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT45M","image_url":"https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Greek-Chicken-Chopped-Salad-with-Lemon-Tahini-Vinaigrette-1.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size chunks","item":"boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size chunks","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil","item":"extra virgin olive oil","quantity":4,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar","item":"balsamic vinegar","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon smoked paprika","item":"smoked paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano ((or 2 teaspoons dried oregano))","item":"chopped fresh oregano ((or 2 teaspoons dried oregano))","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 small shallot, chopped","item":"small shallot","quantity":1,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"2 cloves garlic, minced or grated","item":"garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced or grated"},{"text":"zest and juice of 1 lemon","item":"zest and juice of 1 lemon"},{"text":"red pepper flakes, kosher salt and black pepper","item":"red pepper flakes, kosher salt and black pepper"},{"text":"1 cup finely torn ciabatta bread","item":"finely torn ciabatta bread","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"6 cups shredded romaine lettuce","item":"shredded romaine lettuce","quantity":6,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained","item":"chickpeas","quantity":1,"unit":"can","preparation":"drained","metric_alternate":{"quantity":14,"unit":"oz"}},{"text":"1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved","item":"cherry tomatoes","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"halved"},{"text":"2 Persian cucumbers, chopped","item":"Persian cucumbers","quantity":2,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"feta cheese, fresh herbs, mixed olives, and diced avocado, for serving","item":"feta cheese, fresh herbs, mixed olives, and diced avocado, for serving"},{"text":"1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil","item":"extra virgin olive oil","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 juice of 2 lemons (about 1/3 cup lemon juice)","item":"juice of 2 lemons","quantity":2,"preparation":"about 1/3 cup lemon juice"},{"text":"2 tablespoons red wine or balsamic vinegar","item":"red wine or balsamic vinegar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons tahini","item":"tahini","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon dijon mustard","item":"dijon mustard","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons honey","item":"honey","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Kosher salt and black pepper","item":"Kosher salt and black pepper"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"In a bowl, combine the chicken, 2 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, paprika, oregano, shallots, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed red pepper flakes, and a large pinch of salt. Marinate for 15 minutes or up to overnight in the fridge"},{"number":2,"text":"Meanwhile, make the croutons. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the bread and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally until golden and toasted all over, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and season with salt. Slide bread crumbs onto a plate. Wipe the skillet clean"},{"number":3,"text":"Make the salad. Combine all ingredients in a large salad bowl, gently tossing to combine"},{"number":4,"text":"To make the vinaigrette. Combine all ingredients in a glass jar or measuring cup and shake (or whisk) until completely smooth. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper. Thin the vinaigrette as needed with 2-3 tablespoons water"},{"number":5,"text":"Heat the same skillet use for the croutons over medium high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook, stirring once or twice, until the chicken is cooked through, about 5-10 minutes"},{"number":6,"text":"To the salad, add the chicken, croutons, and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Gently toss to combine. Once the salad has been tossed, serve immediately,"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T09:35:28.903987+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T09:35:28.903987+00:00"}