Description
A flavorful and simple Greek-inspired chicken bowl, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. This dish features grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy tzatziki sauce, all served over a bed of rice.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the rice and chop the vegetables (cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives).
- Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- In each bowl, layer a scoop of rice, followed by the diced cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Top the bowl with sliced chicken and a generous drizzle of tzatziki sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Greek chicken bowl!
Notes
- You can substitute the rice with quinoa for a gluten-free version.
- Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or spinach, for extra nutrition.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or oven.
- This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg