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Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with fresh vegetables and grains

Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

A bright and balanced bowl featuring hearty quinoa, seasoned chicken, crisp cucumber, briny olives, and tangy feta, perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, boneless, skinless halved or pounded to even thickness if needed for even cooking
For the Quinoa Salad
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa about 1/3 cup dry, can swap with couscous or farro
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 piece cucumber, diced (English cucumber keeps wateriness low)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced soak briefly in cold water for milder bite
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled use reduced-fat or dairy-free feta for dietary needs
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a grill pan or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill or sauté the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 6 to 8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, sliced kalamata olives, and crumbled feta. Toss gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Divide the salad among bowls and top with the sliced chicken. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 36gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

This bowl is flexible — swap ingredients to suit picky eaters or pantry constraints. Serve it warm or at room temperature. For a heartier plate, add a dollop of tzatziki or hummus.

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