15-Minute Zaatar Chicken & Rocca Salad

Name: 15-Minute Zaatar Chicken & Rocca Salad
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 people
Ingredients: 7 oz Chicken Breast; 1 tbsp Zaatar Powder; 2 oz Rocca Leaves; 5 oz Cherry Tomatoes; 3.5 oz Cucumber; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Lemon; 0.5 tsp Sea Salt; 0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Low Carb • Gluten-Free • Dairy-FreeUnder 15 MinsHigh Protein • BalancedStovetopLunchMediterranean

Easy 15 mins 380 kcal 1 servings

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A quick, diet-friendly Mediterranean lunch featuring warmly spiced chicken served over a crisp, peppery arugula salad.

Looking for the ultimate midday meal that won't weigh you down? This 15-Minute Zaatar Chicken & Rocca Salad is an absolute lifesaver for busy afternoons when you need something nutritious, high in protein, and bursting with bright Mediterranean flavors. The star of the show here is the 15-Minute Zaatar Chicken & Rocca Salad seasoning—an earthy, aromatic Middle Eastern blend of wild thyme, toasted sesame seeds, and tangy sumac that instantly elevates simple poultry into a restaurant-quality protein. By searing the seasoned strips in a hot pan, you develop a gorgeous golden crust that locks in all the savory juices. But a great lunch is about balance, which is why we pair that warm, spiced meat with a vibrantly fresh salad base. Fresh rocca (also known as arugula) brings a signature peppery bite that perfectly cuts through the richness of the meat. We toss in juicy, sweet cherry tomatoes and cooling cucumbers to add that essential hydrating crunch. To keep things strictly diet-friendly and light, the dressing is wonderfully simple: just a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. This 15-Minute Zaatar Chicken & Rocca Salad is not only low in carbohydrates but also exceptionally high in lean protein and dietary fiber, keeping your blood sugar stable and your energy levels peaking through the rest of your workday. Enjoy this vibrant, wholesome bowl of goodness!

Ingredients

200 g Chicken Breast (1 medium breast)
1 tbsp Zaatar Powder
60 g Rocca Leaves (about 3 cups loosely packed)
150 g Cherry Tomatoes (about 1 cup)
100 g Cucumber (half a medium cucumber)
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tbsp Lemon (juice of half a lemon)
0.5 tsp Sea Salt
0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and place them in a small bowl.
2
Add the zaatar powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the chicken breast and toss until evenly coated.
3
Heat half of the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the seasoned chicken breast to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beautifully browned and fully cooked through. Remove from heat.
5
While the meat is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber.
6
In a serving bowl, combine the fresh rocca leaves, sliced cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
7
Drizzle the salad with the remaining olive oil and fresh juice from the lemon, tossing gently to combine.
8
Top the crisp salad with the warm spiced chicken breast and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

•To make the chicken even more tender, you can marinate it in a spoonful of your yogurt before adding the zaatar.
•Make sure your skillet is fully heated before adding the chicken to get a nice caramelized crust without overcooking.