Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with this Greek Chicken with Tzatziki and Couscous recipe! Tender marinated chicken, infused with olive oil, lemon, and garlic, pairs perfectly with a refreshing tzatziki sauce and fluffy couscous. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this wholesome dish is packed with fresh ingredients that support a healthy lifestyle. With its quick preparation and delightful taste, you’ll find yourself craving this Mediterranean classic time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup couscous
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts; coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed), minced garlic, olive oil, dill, and salt in a separate bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare Couscous: Boil water or broth in a saucepan. Add couscous and salt; cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Serve: Plate couscous as a base, top with sliced chicken, drizzle tzatziki sauce on top, and garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg