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Greek Chicken Bowls

A vibrant and satisfying dish with marinated grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and creamy tzatziki, perfect for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with grilled shrimp or tofu.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 piece lemon (juiced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Bowls
  • 1 piece cucumber (diced)
  • 1 piece tomato (chopped)
  • 1 piece red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • for garnish fresh parsley

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat the chicken well in this marinade and allow it to soak for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill or oven and cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Prepare the Tzatziki
  1. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing diced cucumber, yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and fresh dill in a separate bowl.
Chop the Vegetables
  1. Chop the tomatoes, red onion, and parsley to have everything ready for assembly.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
  2. Start with a base of chickpeas in each bowl, add the sliced chicken, top with fresh vegetables, and drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
  3. Finish off by sprinkling crumbled feta cheese on top.
Serve or Store
  1. Serve immediately or store in meal prep containers for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For the juiciest chicken, marinate up to overnight if possible. Serve with warm pita bread or a side salad for added flair.

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