Description
Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is a fresh, vibrant, and wholesome meal combining tender grilled chicken, fiber-rich grains, and colorful vegetables. This easy-to-prepare dish features tangy, savory, and herby flavors with creamy plant-based feta cheese and zesty lemon juice, perfect for quick dinners or meal prep. Customize with your favorite grains and veggies for a nutritious and satisfying Mediterranean-inspired bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Grains
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
Vegetables
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
Cheese & Herbs
- ¼ cup plant-based feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Marinade & Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil (natural), plus extra for drizzling
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (natural), plus extra for drizzling
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the grains: Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
- Marinate and cook the chicken: Toss chicken pieces with olive oil (natural), lemon juice (natural), minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat until fully cooked and golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Chop the veggies: Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and pit Kalamata olives. Combine in a bowl for assembly.
- Assemble the bowl: Start with a base of warm grains, then layer the cooked chicken and chopped vegetables. Sprinkle plant-based feta cheese and fresh dill on top. Drizzle with remaining olive oil (natural) and lemon juice (natural).
- Serve and enjoy: Toss gently to combine or leave layered for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Use fresh parsley and dill for best aromatic results.
- Lemon juice (natural) balances rich and salty flavors.
- Prep grains and veggies the night before for quicker assembly.
- Store grains, chicken, and veggies separately to maintain freshness and texture when meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken bowl, healthy chicken bowl, quinoa chicken bowl, plant-based feta, grilled chicken recipe, gluten free, quick dinner
