Tapenade Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Tapenade Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked; 1/2 cup black Greek olive, pitted; 1/4 cup Spanish olives, pitted; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste; 8 ounces salad greens; 1 small red onion, sliced thin; 1 pint cherry tomatoes; 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced thin; 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked
1/2 cup black Greek olive, pitted
1/4 cup Spanish olives, pitted
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
8 ounces salad greens
1 small red onion, sliced thin
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced thin
4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced

1
Julienne cooked chicken breasts.
2
In food processor or blender, place black olives, Spanish olives, garlic, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, pepper and anchovy paste; process to form a paste.
3
Remove to bowl, add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
4
Cover and refrigerate.
5
In large bowl, place salad greens, onion, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese; toss lightly.
6
In small container with lid, shake together remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and vinegar; add to greens mixture, toss to coat and arrange on serving dish.
7
Place chicken on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked, 1/2 cup black Greek olive, pitted, 1/4 cup Spanish olives, pitted, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Tapenade Chicken Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Tapenade Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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