Mediterranean Chicken Salad, with marinated chickpeas, Kalamata olives, peppers, onion, and garlic.

Who needs a passport when you can transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this simple, yet incredibly satisfying salad? This dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a light lunch or a quick dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 Chicken Breast

• 1 can (10oz) Greek Chickpeas (Marinated, please. No plain Janes allowed.)

• 1 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives

• 1/2 Sweet Yellow Onion (Chopped)

• 1 Green Bell Pepper (Sliced)

• 5 Garlic Cloves (Whole)

• 1 tbsp Dried Oregano

• 1 tbsp Butter

• Salt & Pepper

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken and Garlic: Throw the chicken and garlic cloves into a pan with a bit of butter. Season with salt and pepper. Let 'em sizzle until cooked through. Who needs fancy techniques when you can just throw things in a pan?

2. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas (with their delicious marinade), olives, onion, and bell pepper.

3. Add the Chicken and Garlic: Once the chicken and garlic are cool enough to handle, chop them up and toss them into the bowl.

4. Season and Serve: Sprinkle with oregano, a pinch of salt (if needed), and a generous grind of pepper. Mix well. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later.

Pro Tip: For a truly authentic Mediterranean experience, serve this salad with a side of stale, day-old bread. It's the perfect vehicle for soaking up all that delicious dressing.

Yield: 2

Author: Sippin Foodie

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Mediterranean Chicken Salad

This Mediterranean Chicken Salad is fresh and bursting with flavor. The marinated chickpeas steal the show, adding a zesty, herby kick that pairs perfectly with the tender chicken, briny olives, and crisp veggies. It’s simple, satisfying, and full of Mediterranean goodness—no passport needed! 🥗

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

Ingredients

• 1 Chicken Breast
• 1 can (10oz) Greek Chickpeas (This is prob the most important ingredient in this dish. I buy mine from Trader Joes, they are marinated in Parsley, Cumin, Lemon Juice, Salt, Garlic Powder and Pepper)
• 1 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
• 1/2 Sweet Yellow Onion
• 1 Green Bell Pepper
• 5 Garlic Cloves (Whole)
• 1 tbsp Dried Oregano
• 1 tbsp Butter
• Salt & Pepper

Instructions

1. First, cook the chicken and garlic cloves together on the stovetop with some butter, and a little salt n’ pepper. Then, cut it into bit-sized chunks and set aside. You can also cut it up before cooking, up to you!
2. In a medium sized bowl, add the remaining ingredients (chickpeas, Kalamata olives, sliced onions, green pepper). Be sure to pour in the marinated oil from the can of chickpeas.
3. Then add the cooked chicken and garlic, sprinkle with oregano, and a little more salt (if desired). Mix well. Serve.

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