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Greek Chicken Bowls

Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls Loaded with Fresh Flavors

Experience Greek Chicken Bowls bursting with flavor and freshness—a delightful blend of marinated chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy tzatziki.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: 30-minute meals, easy recipes, Greek Chicken Bowls, Healthy Dinner, marinated chicken
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 550kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • medium pot
  • grill or pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cubed
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Lemon-Herb Rice

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup long-grain rice rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber peeled, seeded, and grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

For the Bowl Assembly

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber peeled, seeded, and diced
  • ½ medium red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • optional pita bread or naan warmed for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Add the cubed chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the Lemon-Herb Rice

  • In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add rinsed long-grain rice, stirring frequently for 1-2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring in chopped parsley, dill, and seasoning with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

  • In a medium bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to assemble.

Cook the Chicken

  • After marinating, preheat grill or pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.

Assemble the Greek Chicken Bowls

  • Start assembling by placing a serving of lemon-herb rice at the bottom of each bowl. Layer on the cooked chicken, followed by cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Finish with fresh parsley and serve with pita bread or naan if desired.

Notes

For better flavor, consider marinating the chicken longer and rinsing the rice is crucial for fluffy texture. Customize toppings based on preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg