Description
Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Bowls, a delightful Mediterranean dish that brings together marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to entertaining guests, these bowls are not only nutritious but also customizable to suit everyone’s tastes. With a quick preparation time and the ability to meal prep, you can enjoy a delicious and healthy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- Tzatziki sauce (Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, fresh dill)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pound chicken to an even thickness and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and dill.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions while prepping vegetables.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F and cook marinated chicken for about 10 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips. Assemble your bowls with layers of rice/quinoa, veggies, sliced chicken, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg