Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Greek Chicken Bowl, featuring tender marinated chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, offering a delightful combination of savory and zesty tastes. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a meal that brings people together. Share this bowl with family and friends, and let each bite transport you to sunny Mediterranean shores.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown.
- While chicken cooks, chop cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Mix in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Slice grilled chicken into strips. Serve over rice if desired; layer with vegetables and top with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg