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Delicious Greek chicken bowl with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce

Greek Chicken Bowls

Cozy Greek Chicken Bowls combine roasted chicken, lemon, creamy yogurt dressing, and crisp vegetables for a fresh, comforting meal perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest plus juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the Bowl

  • 3 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley

For the Lemon-Dill Sauce

  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Marination

  • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, oregano, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).

Cooking the Base

  • Prepare 3 cups of cooked brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff and keep warm.

Searing or Roasting the Chicken

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook the marinated chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes per batch. Alternatively, roast at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping once.

Making the Lemon-Dill Sauce

  • Whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in fresh dill or parsley.

Assembling the Bowls

  • Divide rice among bowls, top with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with the lemon-dill sauce.

Finishing and Serving

  • Garnish with extra lemon wedges and a sprinkle of oregano. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Taste as you go for balance. Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken. Chicken and sauce can be made ahead for meal prep. Use room-temperature yogurt for easier blending.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
Keyword comfort food, greek chicken bowls, Healthy Bowls, meal prep, Mediterranean Flavors
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