Description
This Greek Chicken Orzo Power Bowls recipe is a vibrant, nutritious dish combining tender, herb-seasoned chicken breast with perfectly cooked orzo pasta and a fresh vegetable medley. Topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, crumbled feta, and refreshing mint, these bowls offer a balanced, Mediterranean-inspired meal that is ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 4 cups prepared orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Vegetables & Toppings
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced and quartered
- 2 large shallots, diced
- 12 cherry tomatoes, halved or diced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 bunch fresh mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Orzo: Cook the orzo pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with half of the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from heat and slice thinly once rested.
- Prepare Veggie Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced and quartered cucumber, diced shallots, halved cherry tomatoes, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss gently to mix.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the prepared orzo evenly among six bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, a generous scoop of the veggie mixture, dollops of tzatziki sauce, and a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.
- Serve: Serve the bowls immediately while the chicken is warm and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Greek-inspired power bowl.
Notes
- To meal prep, cook chicken and orzo in advance and store separately; assemble bowls just before eating.
- Use low-fat or reduced-fat tzatziki and feta to reduce calories and fat content.
- Fresh herbs like dill or parsley can be substituted or added alongside mint for extra flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute orzo with gluten-free pasta or quinoa.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix for the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
