Description
Easy Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls are a fresh and flavorful Mediterranean meal featuring juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and creamy tzatziki over rice or greens. Perfect for meal prep or quick dinners!
Ingredients
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For the Greek Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower) or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (or fresh, finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken and coat it well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor).
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
Step 3: Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked rice or quinoa among serving bowls.
- Arrange the sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese on top.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Low-Carb Option: Use cauliflower rice or a bed of mixed greens instead of rice.
- Protein Swap: Try grilled shrimp, lamb, or tofu for a different twist.
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped bell peppers or toasted pine nuts.
- Spicy Kick: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or drizzle with harissa sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- marinate time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Bowl Meal
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, greek
Keywords: Greek Chicken Bowls, Healthy Mediterranean Recipe, Meal Prep Bowls, Easy Chicken Dinner, Tzatziki Chicken Bowl