Description
Enjoy these Chicken Tzatziki Bowls—a healthy, protein-packed Mediterranean meal with marinated chicken, creamy tzatziki, and fresh veggies over rice or greens. Perfect for meal prep and weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts or thighs
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber
- Dill
- Red onion
- Cherry tomatoes
- Bell peppers
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Cooked rice or quinoa
- Fresh parsley
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Oregano
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Pita bread (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce – Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- Prepare the Vegetables – Chop cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Crumble feta cheese and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowl – Start with a base of cooked rice or quinoa. Add the sliced chicken, chopped vegetables, and a generous scoop of tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish and Serve – Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with warm pita bread if desired.
Notes
- Low-Carb Option – Swap rice for cauliflower rice or a bed of greens.
- Spicy Twist – Add red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne to the marinade.
- Vegan Alternative – Use grilled tofu or chickpeas in place of chicken and dairy-free tzatziki.
- Extra Protein – Include a scoop of hummus or add boiled eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- marinate time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Bowl Meal
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Chicken Tzatziki Bowl, Mediterranean Bowl, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Meal Prep Chicken, Greek Chicken Bowl