Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Bowls, a delightful fusion of juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls are not only quick to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Each bite is a burst of Mediterranean goodness, making it a satisfying option for both health-conscious eaters and flavor aficionados alike. With rich ingredients like marinated chicken, crisp lettuce, and tangy feta cheese, this recipe delivers a wholesome and delicious meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Start by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and marinate them for at least 30 minutes.
- While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and dill in a bowl.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and chop your veggies.
- Grill or air-fry the marinated chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips and assembling your bowls with rice/quinoa as a base topped with veggies and tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Air-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg