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A colorful Greek Chicken Bowl with fresh vegetables and herbs

Greek Chicken Bowls

Delightful Greek Chicken Bowls featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and optional tzatziki sauce, perfect for cozy fall dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast (halal)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt and pepper

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • to taste fresh parsley, for garnish

For the Tzatziki Sauce (optional)

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or mint)
  • to taste salt

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to allow the flavors to develop.

Cook the Chicken

  • Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess marinade drip off.
  • Grill each chicken breast for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Once cooked, let the chicken rest before slicing.

Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce (if desired)

  • In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Start with a base of quinoa or brown rice in each bowl.
  • Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it on top of the grain base.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese (if using) around the chicken.
  • Finish with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Marinate longer for more flavor, use a meat thermometer for safety, customize your bowls with favorite veggies. Taste tzatziki before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
Keyword comfort food, fall recipes, greek chicken bowls, Healthy Dinner, meal prep
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