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Greek Chicken Bowls

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๐Ÿ— Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful Greek chicken bowl packed with fresh veggies and zesty marinade.
๐Ÿฅ— This balanced meal is easy to prepare and perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner option.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

2 cups cooked rice or quinoa

2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes

2 cups diced or chopped cucumber

4 cups shredded romaine lettuce

1 cup sliced red onion

1/2 cup feta cheese

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 cup grated cucumber

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

Instructions

1-First, whisk together the chicken marinade ingredients in a bowl: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Pound the chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking, then add them to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to a few hours.

2-While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated cucumber, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill in a separate bowl. Set it aside to let the flavors meld. Next, cook 2 cups of rice or quinoa according to package instructions, and chop the vegetables: halve 2 cups of grape or cherry tomatoes, dice 2 cups of cucumber, shred 4 cups of romaine lettuce, and slice 1 cup of red onion.

3-Now, cook the marinated chicken by air frying at 380ยฐF for 7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or pan-frying over medium/low heat for 7-8 minutes on each side until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips. Finally, assemble the bowls by layering the cooked rice or quinoa, vegetables, sliced chicken, and tzatziki sauce, with optional additions like a drizzle of olive oil or lemon juice.

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Notes

๐Ÿ‹ For extra flavor, cook rice or quinoa in chicken broth and mix with lemon juice, salt, pepper, parsley, and chives.
๐Ÿฅ› Customize for dairy-free diets by substituting feta with vegan alternatives and using plant-based yogurt.
๐ŸงŠ Prepare components ahead and store in the fridge up to 3 days; serve chicken cold or reheated as preferred.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marinating time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Marinating and cooking
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option, Dairy-Free adaptions available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 603
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: Not specified
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: Not specified
  • Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
  • Trans Fat: Not specified
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: Not specified