Description
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with these Greek Chicken Bowls! Perfect for dinner or meal prep, this recipe features juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Each bowl is not only packed with vibrant flavors but also customizable to suit your preferences. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can whip up a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re looking for a healthy lunch option or a delicious dinner, these Greek Chicken Bowls are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
- 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup feta
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let it sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dill in a bowl. Set aside.
- Cook the marinated chicken in an air fryer or skillet until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Assemble bowls with cooked rice or quinoa as the base. Layer with fresh veggies, sliced chicken, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air frying/Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg