Description
Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls are a vibrant and healthy meal featuring tender marinated chicken cooked to perfection and served over a bed of brown rice or quinoa. Topped with fresh vegetables, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and creamy tzatziki sauce, this recipe captures the fresh and tangy flavors of the Mediterranean for a satisfying and easy-to-make main course.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Bowl Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate to marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a nice light brown color on the edges.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Add Tzatziki and Garnish: Drizzle a generous amount of tzatziki sauce over each bowl for a creamy and tangy finish. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley for an aromatic touch. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a low-carb alternative, swap the brown rice with cauliflower rice.
- Make the dish vegetarian by substituting chicken with chickpeas or grilled halloumi cheese.
- For extra creaminess, stir some additional tzatziki sauce into the rice or quinoa before assembling the bowls.
