Description
This Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowl is a vibrant and healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, these bowls are packed with bright flavors and nutritious ingredients like quinoa or rice, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade and Bowl Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat well. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours to infuse the flavors.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: While the chicken marinates, combine the plain Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh dill, and salt in a small bowl. Stir well and chill until ready to serve to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and golden brown on the outside. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa evenly into four bowls. Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Add Tzatziki and Garnish: Drizzle each bowl generously with the chilled tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley to add brightness and a touch of color.
Notes
- This bowl can be served warm or cold, making it versatile for any season or occasion.
- For easy meal prep, you can prepare the chicken and tzatziki sauce ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator.
- Consider adding hummus or pita chips alongside the bowls for extra flavor and texture.
- Use quinoa for a protein boost or brown rice for a heartier grain base.
- Adjust the garlic and lemon juice in the tzatziki sauce to your preferred level of tanginess and zing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 20 minutes to 2 hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
