Description
Greek Chicken Bowls are vibrant, flavorful meals featuring juicy marinated chicken served over a bed of fresh vegetables, grains, and traditional Mediterranean toppings like tzatziki, olives, and feta. They offer a wholesome, balanced dish packed with protein and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups cooked quinoa, rice, or couscous
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Tzatziki sauce or Greek yogurt, for serving
Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the marinade, coating well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
- Assemble bowls by layering cooked quinoa or rice, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta.
- Top with sliced chicken and a dollop of tzatziki or Greek yogurt.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use grilled shrimp or lamb instead of chicken for variation.
- Swap quinoa for cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Add roasted vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Use hummus instead of tzatziki for a different flavor.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat chicken and grains gently in the microwave and add fresh toppings and sauce after reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
