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Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors for meal prep

Greek Chicken Bowls

A fresh and nutritious meal inspired by classic Mediterranean flavors, Greek Chicken Bowls are loaded with juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, fluffy grains, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greek Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs Use thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Add a splash before serving for freshness.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bowl Base
  • 3 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous Choose your preferred grain.
Fresh Toppings
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
For Serving
  • Tzatziki sauce Homemade tzatziki elevates the flavor.
  • Fresh parsley or dill For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken to the marinade and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours for best flavor.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Preparing the Bowl Ingredients
  1. While the chicken cooks, cook your grain of choice.
  2. Chop the vegetables.
  3. Prepare or warm the tzatziki sauce.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Divide cooked rice or quinoa into bowls.
  2. Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta.
Serving
  1. Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Store ingredients separately in airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat chicken and grains before assembling. Add fresh veggies and sauce after reheating. These bowls are excellent for weekly meal prep.