Description
Greek Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying meal that brings together juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these bowls are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. They make an ideal option for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy a nutritious and hearty dish throughout the week. With zesty lemon and aromatic herbs infusing the chicken, every bite bursts with flavor. Whether you’re hosting friends or simply looking for a quick weeknight dinner, these Greek Chicken Bowls are sure to impress.
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
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Fresh dill
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pound the chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick. Marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- While marinating, prepare tzatziki by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dill in a bowl; refrigerate.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and chop vegetables.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F and cook marinated chicken for about 10 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Alternatively, pan-fry in medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa as the base, topped with vegetables and sliced chicken drizzled with tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg