Greek Chicken Bowls
Enjoy vibrant Greek Chicken Bowls filled with grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, offering a balanced and customizable meal option.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Marinated before grilling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For marinating the chicken
- Salt to taste Salt
- Pepper to taste Pepper
For the Grains
- 1 cup rice or quinoa Base for the bowl
For the Vegetables
- 1 piece cucumber Diced
- 1 piece tomato Diced
- 1 piece red onion Diced
- 1 piece bell pepper Diced
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Full-fat recommended
- 1 clove garlic Minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 piece grated cucumber Drained to remove moisture
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley Fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken until cooked through and slice.
- Prepare rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Dice the fresh veggies (cucumber, tomato, red onion, bell pepper).
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and grated cucumber.
Assembly
- In bowls, layer rice or quinoa, grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and top with tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate your chicken overnight. Experiment with herbs like oregano or dill for an authentic Greek taste. Tzatziki sauce should be mixed fresh just before serving for the best texture.