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Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls topped with fresh vegetables and herbs

Greek Chicken Bowls

A delightful dish featuring marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken and marinade
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the bowl assembly
  • 1 cup Brown rice or quinoa Cooked according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced for tzatziki.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced.
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Sliced.
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese Crumble on top.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
For the tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Dill Fresh, for flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Grill or bake the marinated chicken until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Once done, slice it into strips.
  2. Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions to have a warm base ready for your bowl.
Tzatziki preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembly
  1. Start layering your warm brown rice or quinoa, then add sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. Drizzle with tzatziki and sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

These bowls can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through. For longer storage, freeze the marinated chicken (uncooked) or assembled bowls without the tzatziki for up to three months.

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