Greek Chicken Bowls

Why Make This Recipe

Greek Chicken Bowls are a delicious and healthy meal option that is easy to make. They are filled with fresh ingredients, providing great flavors and textures in every bite. This recipe offers a balanced meal with protein from the chicken, healthy fats from olive oil, and fiber from the veggies and grains. Plus, they are perfect for meal prep, making them a great choice for busy weekdays.

How to Make Greek Chicken Bowls

Ingredients :

• Chicken breasts
• Olive oil
• Garlic
• Lemon juice
• Oregano
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cucumber
• Tomatoes
• Red onion
• Feta cheese
• Quinoa or rice
• Tzatziki sauce (yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice)

Directions :

1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook the chicken: Grill or pan-sear the marinated chicken until cooked through. Let it rest and then slice.
3. Prepare the base: Cook quinoa or rice according to the package instructions.
4. Chop the veggies: Dice cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Assemble the bowls: In a bowl, layer quinoa or rice, sliced chicken, chopped veggies, and crumbled feta.
6. Serve with tzatziki sauce on the side or drizzled on top. Enjoy your healthy Greek Chicken Bowls!

How to Serve Greek Chicken Bowls

Serve Greek Chicken Bowls in individual bowls for a beautiful presentation. You can add more toppings like olives, avocado, or fresh herbs if you desire. These bowls are perfect for lunch or dinner, and they are also great for sharing.

How to Store Greek Chicken Bowls

You can store Greek Chicken Bowls in airtight containers in the fridge. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, you can reheat the chicken and grains in the microwave. Keep the tzatziki sauce separate until you are ready to serve.

Tips to Make Greek Chicken Bowls

• Marinate the chicken overnight for even more flavor.
• Use leftover grilled chicken to save time.
• Feel free to substitute quinoa with rice or any whole grain of your choice.
• Add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Variation

For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with roasted chickpeas or grilled vegetables. You can also use halloumi cheese instead of feta for a different taste.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts, but make sure to thaw and marinate them before cooking.

What can I replace tzatziki sauce with?
If you don’t have tzatziki sauce, you can use plain yogurt or a simple lemon vinaigrette.

Can I prepare this dish in advance?
Yes, you can prepare all the components separately and assemble the bowls just before serving. This keeps the ingredients fresh.

Greek Chicken Bowls

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• Author: mohamed-belafkihgmail-com
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Gluten-Free

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Delicious and healthy Greek Chicken Bowls filled with fresh ingredients, offering great flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

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• 2 Chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 Cucumber, diced
• 2 Tomatoes, diced
• 1 Red onion, diced
• 100g Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup Quinoa or rice
• 1 cup Tzatziki sauce (yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice)

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Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Grill or pan-sear the marinated chicken until cooked through. Let it rest and then slice.
3. Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions.
4. Dice cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Layer quinoa or rice, sliced chicken, chopped veggies, and crumbled feta in a bowl.
6. Serve with tzatziki sauce on the side or drizzled on top.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Substitute quinoa with rice or add more vegetables like bell peppers for extra nutrition.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Grilling
• Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Cholesterol: 70mg