Grilled Chicken Greek Salad (with GAPS Dressing)

A fresh, protein-packed Greek-style salad with simple ingredients and a lemony olive oil dressing. Bright, satisfying, and naturally GAPS-friendly.

Greek Marinated Grilled Chicken

This Greek-style chicken is gently marinated to boost flavor without overwhelming sensitive systems. The acids are mild, the herbs are grounding, and the method keeps the meat juicy and easy to digest — perfect for salads, wraps, or a familiar “normal” dinner plate.

Ingredients (GAPS & Paleo Friendly)

• 1½–2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon (or 2–3 tbsp apple cider vinegar for gentler digestion)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)

• ¾ tsp sea salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper (optional; omit for intro or sensitive phases)

  
  

How to Marinate

1. In a bowl or glass container, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice (or ACV), garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

2. Add chicken and turn to coat well.

3. Cover and marinate:

   • Minimum: 30 minutes

   • Ideal: 2–6 hours

   • Max: 12 hours (longer can toughen the meat)

Tip for sensitive kids: Shorter marinating time = milder flavor and gentler digestion.

How to Grill (Outdoor Grill or Grill Pan)

Outdoor Grill

1. Preheat grill to medium heat (about 375–400°F).

2. Lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.

3. Grill chicken:

   • Breasts: 5–7 minutes per side

   • Thighs: 6–8 minutes per side

4. Chicken is done when internal temp reaches 165°F and juices run clear.

5. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Grill Pan / Indoor Option

1. Heat grill pan over medium heat with a little olive oil.

2. Cook chicken as above, turning once, until golden grill marks form and chicken is cooked through.

Greek Salad (with GAPS Dressing)

Ingredients

Salad

• 2–3 grilled chicken breasts, sliced

• Cucumber, sliced

• Cherry tomatoes, halved

• Red onion, thinly sliced

• Olives (optional, if tolerated)

• Fresh parsley or oregano

Dressing

• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 small clove garlic, minced

• Sea salt to taste

• Optional: 1 tsp raw honey (Full GAPS only)

  
  

Instructions

1. Whisk dressing ingredients until emulsified.

2. Toss vegetables with dressing.

3. Top with warm or cooled grilled chicken and herbs.