Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Chicken Bowls, a delightful dish that brings together juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week ahead, these bowls are not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With every bite, enjoy an explosion of flavors from zesty lemon, aromatic herbs, and a colorful medley of toppings. Elevate your meals with this wholesome recipe that satisfies both hunger and cravings for bold tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Coat the chicken well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble the bowls by placing cooked rice or quinoa as a base and topping with sliced chicken and fresh veggies.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg