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Greek Chicken Bowls

A fast and healthy Greek chicken bowl featuring grilled chicken, rice or quinoa, fresh veggies, feta, olives, and tzatziki. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound chicken breast Use chicken thighs for more juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds flavor and moisture.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon oregano Dried or fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 1 cup rice or quinoa Cooked as per package instructions.
  • 1 cup cucumber Chopped.
  • 1 cup tomato Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup red onion Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese Crumble over the top.
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives Pitted and halved.
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce Serve on the side or on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate chicken in olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through.
  3. Prepare rice or quinoa as per package instructions.
  4. Chop fresh veggies: cucumber, tomato, and red onion.
Assembly
  1. Assemble bowls by adding rice/quinoa, sliced chicken, and topping with veggies, feta cheese, and olives.
  2. Serve with homemade tzatziki sauce on the side.

Notes

Store components separately for best texture. Keep cooked chicken, rice/quinoa, and veggies in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store tzatziki in a closed jar for up to 3 days. Marinate the chicken at least 30 minutes for more flavor.