Description
A nutritious and flavorful Greek-inspired bowl featuring marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and tangy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Add chicken strips to the marinade, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken strips for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, prepare bowls by dividing cooked brown rice or quinoa among 4 bowls.
- Top each bowl with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Spoon tzatziki sauce over each bowl and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt in the tzatziki for a healthier option.
- Substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers or spinach for more color and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg