Description
A vibrant medley of marinated chicken, hearty grains, fresh vegetables, and creamy feta, drizzled with zesty tzatziki sauce for a delightful dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 Cucumber, diced
- 2 Tomatoes, diced
- 1 Red Onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Chickpeas, drained
- 1 cup Quinoa or Brown Rice
- 1/2 cup Tzatziki Sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat or your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grill or bake the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Chop your vegetables: Dice cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions.
- Assemble the bowls: Layer quinoa or rice, sliced chicken, veggies, chickpeas, and sprinkle with feta cheese.
- Top with tzatziki sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
Make-ahead option available; marinated chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Customize with seasonal veggies or herbs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken, healthy bowls, Mediterranean diet, meal prep, tzatziki sauce