Name: Greek Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa; 2 cups halved grape tomatoes; 2 cups diced cucumber; 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki); Minced garlic; Fresh dill

Description

Greek Chicken Bowls are a delightful fusion of flavors that can elevate any meal occasion. Featuring succulent grilled chicken marinated in zesty Mediterranean spices, these bowls are brimming with vibrant, fresh vegetables and topped with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
2 cups diced cucumber
4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
Minced garlic
Fresh dill

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick, marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and dill; refrigerate.
Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and chop vegetables.
Cook marinated chicken in an air fryer at 380°F for about 10 minutes or pan-fry until golden brown.
Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips.
Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa as the base, topped with sliced chicken and assorted vegetables; drizzle with tzatziki.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 540
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 22g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 105mg