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David Atikson

How to Make the Best Garlicky Feta Chicken Salad at Home

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.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American / Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Blend the SauceIn 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.
  3. Prepare the OnionDice red onion finely and soak in cold water for 15–20 minutes. Swirl occasionally. Drain and set aside.
  4. Build the SaladIn a large bowl, mix chopped broccoli, cooked chicken, and drained red onion.
  5. Toss with SauceAdd desired amount of the garlic-feta sauce and toss until everything is coated evenly. Adjust salt, pepper, or acidity to taste.
  6. Garnish & ServeTop 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.