Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Bowls, a wholesome and customizable meal that’s perfect for any occasion. These bowls combine tender, marinated chicken with a colorful array of fresh veggies and a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. Ideal for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners, they promise to delight your taste buds while keeping your nutrition in check.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
- 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients for the chicken marinade in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thick. Add it to a shallow bowl or ziplock bag along with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes; longer if you have time.
- Combine all ingredients for tzatziki in a bowl. Set aside in the fridge to chill and let flavors meld.
- Cook your rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Chop all vegetables as desired.
- Once marinated, preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Air fry the chicken on one side for 7 minutes, then flip it over and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until fully cooked. Alternatively, heat oil over medium-low heat and cook each side of the chicken for about 7-8 minutes until golden brown.
- After cooking, let your chicken rest for about five minutes before slicing it into strips.
- In each bowl, layer cooked rice or quinoa followed by veggies, sliced chicken, and drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce. For extra flavor, add olive oil and lemon juice on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air frying or Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg