Description
Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines marinated chicken with wholesome grains, fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and creamy tzatziki sauce. This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead. Each bowl is customizable to suit your taste preferences, making it an ideal choice for families or gatherings. Enjoy the delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors while nourishing your body with healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice or quinoa into bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion slices, and feta cheese.
- Add Sauce & Garnish: Drizzle tzatziki sauce over each bowl and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg