why make this recipe
This recipe is fast, fresh, and full of flavor. It uses simple ingredients you can find at any store. It makes a healthy meal with protein, vegetables, and grains all in one bowl. If you like easy chicken dinners, this is a great choice.
introduction
Greek Chicken Bowls are a simple, balanced meal. The chicken is seasoned with garlic and oregano. Fresh cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta, and olives add bright taste. Serve over rice or quinoa and top with cool tzatziki. For another easy chicken meal idea, try this white chicken chili recipe.
how to make Greek Chicken Bowls
Start by marinating the chicken. Cook the grain while the chicken rests. Grill or bake the chicken until done, then slice it thin. Chop the vegetables while the chicken rests. Mix a quick tzatziki to add cream and tang. Put rice or quinoa in bowls, add sliced chicken, veggies, feta, and olives. Drizzle tzatziki on top and serve.
Ingredients :
chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta cheese, kalamata olives, rice or quinoa, tzatziki sauce
Directions :
- Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes., 2. Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through, then slice it., 3. Cook rice or quinoa according to the package instructions., 4. Prepare a side of tzatziki sauce by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice., 5. Assemble bowls with rice/quinoa, sliced chicken, fresh veggies, feta cheese, and olives., 6. Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top and serve.
how to serve Greek Chicken Bowls
Serve warm bowls with extra lemon wedges and extra tzatziki on the side. Let people add more feta or olives if they like. These bowls also work well with a side salad or warm pita bread.
how to store Greek Chicken Bowls
Store leftover chicken and grain in separate airtight containers. Keep cut vegetables and tzatziki in small containers so they stay fresh. Use within 3 to 4 days. Reheat chicken and rice gently in the microwave or on the stove. Add fresh veggies and tzatziki after reheating.
tips to make Greek Chicken Bowls
- Marinate the chicken at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- Use plain yogurt or Greek yogurt for tzatziki.
- Press grated cucumber to remove extra water before mixing into tzatziki.
- Cook rice or quinoa just before serving for best texture.
- Slice the chicken thin so it mixes well in the bowl.
variation (if any)
- Swap chicken for shrimp or grilled halloumi for a vegetarian option.
- Use lettuce instead of grain to make a low-carb bowl.
- Add roasted peppers or spinach for more veggies.
- Use lemon zest in the marinade for a brighter taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
A: Yes. Thaw them in the fridge before marinating and cooking.
Q: Is tzatziki hard to make?
A: No. Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice. Chill for a few minutes.
Q: Can I meal prep these bowls?
A: Yes. Store grains and chicken separately from fresh veggies and tzatziki. Assemble when ready to eat.
Q: Can I grill the chicken on a pan?
A: Yes. Use a hot skillet with a little oil and cook until done.
Conclusion
For more ideas and a full take on this flavor profile, see this full Greek Chicken Bowls recipe on Eat With Clarity.
Greek Chicken Bowls
Ingredients
Method
- Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to the package instructions.
- Chop the cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions while the chicken is marinating.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice; let chill.
- Grill or bake the marinated chicken until cooked through, then slice it thin.
- Assemble bowls with cooked rice or quinoa, sliced chicken, fresh veggies, feta cheese, and olives.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top and serve.
