Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Greek Chicken Bowls featuring juicy marinated chicken, fluffy rice or quinoa, and a medley of fresh vegetables, topped with creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, diced
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir in fresh dill for an aromatic lift. Adjust to taste.
- Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, start with a base of cooked rice or quinoa. Layer on the mixed greens followed by the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Arrange the sliced chicken artfully on top.
- Finish with Flavor: Generously drizzle the tzatziki sauce over the assembled bowls. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and garnish with fresh dill or parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Make tzatziki and marinate the chicken a day in advance for maximum flavor. Customize with additional veggies or proteins.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Greek chicken bowls, Mediterranean recipe, healthy meal prep, tzatziki sauce, grilled chicken