Description
A flavorful journey to the Mediterranean with succulent marinated chicken, crisp veggies, creamy tzatziki, and fluffy rice or quinoa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs or Breasts
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Dried Oregano
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 2 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa
- 1 cup Chopped Cherry Tomatoes
- 1/2 Red Onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce
- Plain Greek Yogurt, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken in a resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over and ensure they are well coated.
- Heat the Grill or Skillet: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Once hot, place the marinated chicken on the grill or in the skillet. Sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, take the chicken off the heat and let it rest on a cutting board for about 10 minutes.
- Cook the Rice or Quinoa: While the chicken is resting, follow the package instructions to cook rice or quinoa.
- Prep the Veggies: Meanwhile, chop your cherry tomatoes and slice the red onion.
- Slice the Chicken: After resting, slice the chicken into strips.
- Build Your Bowls: Start with a base of rice or quinoa, then layer with sliced chicken, tomatoes, onions, and sprinkle with crumbled feta. Drizzle tzatziki over top!
Notes
Feel free to layer the ingredients according to your preference. Explore variations with different grains or toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken, Mediterranean Bowl, Healthy Recipe, Chicken Bowl, Meal Prep