Name: How to Make the Best Garlicky Feta Chicken Salad at Home
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: PT-486859H53M53S
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Cuisine: American / Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup garlic cloves, peeled; 1 cup olive oil; 4–5 tbsp garlic confit cloves (not oil); ½ cup feta cheese; ¼ cup Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 tbsp white vinegar; 2 tbsp water (or more to adjust texture); ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped; 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced; ½ red onion, finely diced and soaked in cold water (15–20 min); Extra crumbled feta; Chili flakes; Chopped parsley or fresh herbs

Description

This Garlicky Feta Chicken Salad is creamy, tangy, and loaded with flavor from roasted garlic confit, Greek yogurt, and salty feta. Tossed with crisp broccoli, tender chicken, and red onions, it’s a make-ahead, protein-packed meal you’ll crave cold or at room temperature.

Ingredients

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For Garlic Confit (Optional but recommended):

1 cup garlic cloves, peeled
1 cup olive oil

For the Sauce:

4–5 tbsp garlic confit cloves (not oil)
½ cup feta cheese
¼ cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp white vinegar
2 tbsp water (or more to adjust texture)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

For the Salad:

3 cups broccoli florets, chopped
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
½ red onion, finely diced and soaked in cold water (15–20 min)

Garnish (Optional):

Extra crumbled feta
Chili flakes
Chopped parsley or fresh herbs

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Instructions

Make the Garlic Confit (if needed)
Place peeled garlic cloves in a small oven-safe dish, cover with olive oil, and roast at 250°F (120°C) for 2 hours. Let cool and store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Blend the Sauce
In a food processor, combine 4–5 tbsp of garlic confit cloves, feta, yogurt, mayo, vinegar, water, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water to thin if needed. Chill if prepping ahead.
Prepare the Onion
Dice red onion finely and soak in cold water for 15–20 minutes. Swirl occasionally. Drain and set aside.
Build the Salad
In a large bowl, mix chopped broccoli, cooked chicken, and drained red onion.
Toss with Sauce
Add desired amount of the garlic-feta sauce and toss until everything is coated evenly. Adjust salt, pepper, or acidity to taste.
Garnish & Serve
Top with extra crumbled feta, chili flakes, or herbs. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

The garlic confit adds unmatched flavor — don’t skip it if you have time!
This salad stores well for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Add cucumbers or cherry tomatoes for a refreshing twist.

Prep Time: 25 min
Cook Time: 2 h
Category: Salad
Method: Tossed / No-Cook
Cuisine: American / Mediterranean