Description
Greek Chicken Bowls are a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, wholesome grains, and creamy plant-based tzatziki. Ready in under 30 minutes, this nourishing bowl combines tangy, savory, and refreshing flavors perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (natural)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
For the Veggies and Grain Base
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
For the Plant-Based Tzatziki (Natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (natural)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Garnishes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Ground black pepper (natural), optional
- Paprika (natural), optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade and Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil (natural), lemon juice (natural), minced garlic, dried oregano (natural), salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked and browned. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the Veggies and Grain Base: While chicken cooks, chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, slice red onions thinly, and pit and halve Kalamata olives. Prepare quinoa or brown rice as per package instructions.
- Make the Plant-Based Tzatziki: Combine plant-based yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice (natural), minced garlic, chopped dill, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Assemble the Bowls: Place a scoop of warm quinoa or brown rice in each bowl. Arrange sliced chicken, fresh veggies, and olives on top. Spoon dollops of plant-based tzatziki (natural) over everything. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill and a sprinkle of black pepper or paprika (natural) if desired.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer to deepen flavors.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice (natural) for best brightness.
- Chop veggies just before assembling to keep them crisp.
- Rest cooked chicken for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
- Adjust spice level by adding chili flakes to marinade or sprinkling on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling / Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Greek chicken bowl, Mediterranean chicken bowl, plant-based tzatziki, healthy lunch, easy dinner