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Mediterranean Chicken Bowls

Mediterranean Chicken Bowls – Easy & Healthy Recipe


  • Author: Clara Whisk
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

These Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are a fresh, vibrant, and healthy dish packed with marinated chicken, colorful veggies, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week. Enjoy all the delicious flavors of the Mediterranean in one satisfying bowl!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Bowls:

  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced

  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

  • Fresh spinach or mixed greens (optional)

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)

  • 1/2 cucumber, grated & squeezed to remove excess water

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill)

  • Salt & pepper to taste


Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken: Mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours).

  • Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.

  • Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill until serving.

  • Assemble Bowls: Divide rice, quinoa, or couscous among bowls. Top with chicken, veggies, olives, feta (if using), and greens. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.

  • Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with dill or parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, swap chicken with chickpeas or roasted veggies.

  • To keep it low-carb, use cauliflower rice or extra mixed greens.

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; tzatziki sauce keeps for 5 days.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop / Grill (Optional)
  • Cuisine: Greek / Mediterranean