Greek Chicken Pasta Salad (Healthy, High Protein, Easy Meal Prep)

This Greek chicken pasta salad is fresh, easy, and packed with protein! Made with simple ingredients and a lemon garlic dressing, it’s perfect for meal prep, lunches, or a healthy summer dinner.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8-10 oz pasta (regular, gluten free, or grain free*)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1/3 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/3 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
• 1 avocado (diced)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill (chopped)
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta (or dairy-free alternative)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water, then set aside to cool.
2. 2In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through, adjusting heat as necessary to prevent the outside burning. Let the chicken rest 5 minutes on a cutting board, then cut into bite size pieces or strips.
3. 3Whisk together all dressing ingredients until smooth and well combined.
4. 4In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, avocado, and herbs.
5. 5Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Add feta, if using, and toss lightly again.
6. 6Serve immediately or chill for 30–60 minutes for the best flavor. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.