Description
Greek Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion, whether you’re prepping for the week or hosting friends. This easy-to-make dish features succulent marinated chicken paired with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce, all served over a bed of rice or quinoa. With its customizable ingredients, you can tailor these bowls to accommodate your taste preferences while enjoying a balanced and satisfying meal. Ideal for lunch or dinner, Greek Chicken Bowls offer a delightful burst of Mediterranean flavors that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
- 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Combine tzatziki ingredients (Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt) in another bowl; mix well.
- Cook rice or quinoa as per package instructions; chop tomatoes, lettuce, and onion.
- Air fry chicken at 380°F for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Alternatively, sauté in a skillet over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice/quinoa with veggies and sliced chicken; top with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air frying or sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg