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Greek Chicken Bowls

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A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring marinated chicken, fluffy quinoa or rice, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix it all well! Add your chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and let them marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. If you have extra time, let them soak up the flavors for a few hours.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard the leftover marinade), and place it on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Prepare the Quinoa or Rice: If you haven’t pre-cooked your quinoa or rice, now’s the time! For quinoa, rinse it under cold water, then combine it in a pot with water (2 cups water for 1 cup quinoa). Bring it to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until fluffy. If using rice, cook according to the package instructions.
  4. Chop the Veggies: While the chicken is cooking, chop your cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Set them aside. Feel free to toss them together with a pinch of salt and pepper for a quick salad.
  5. Assemble Your Bowls: In each serving bowl, start with a base of quinoa or rice. Next, layer with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, crumbled feta, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
  6. Drizzle with Tzatziki: Finally, top each bowl with a generous dollop of Tzatziki sauce. Enjoy the creamy goodness that brings all the flavors together!

Notes

Serve immediately for the freshest taste; you can accompany with warm pita bread or a side Greek salad. These bowls are also great for meal prep.

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Keywords: Greek Chicken Bowls, Mediterranean, Healthy Recipe, Tzatziki, Quinoa

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