Description
Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe for a Healthy Meal
Ingredients
Scale
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- juice of one lemon
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- salt
- pepper
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa
- cucumbers
- tomatoes
- red onions
- olives
- bell peppers
- crumbled feta cheese
- tzatziki sauce
- fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together ¼ cup of olive oil, the juice of one lemon, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare your base. Cook 1 cup of brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork once done.
- Dice cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions. You can also add olives or bell peppers for more variety. Toss them together in a bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, start with a scoop of your cooked rice or quinoa. Top it with sliced chicken, the chopped vegetable mixture, and a generous sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese.
- Add a dollop of tzatziki sauce for that authentic Greek taste, and garnish with fresh parsley or dill, if desired.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Great for meal prep.
- Marinate chicken for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken Bowls, Healthy Meal, Mediterranean Recipe