Why Make This Recipe
Greek Chicken Bowls are a delightful way to enjoy a healthy meal packed with flavor. They are versatile, easy to prepare, and perfect for both lunch and dinner. With fresh ingredients and a tasty tzatziki sauce, this recipe brings the taste of the Mediterranean right to your kitchen.
How to Make Greek Chicken Bowls
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cucumber
- Tomatoes
- Red onion
- Bell peppers
- Feta cheese
- Tzatziki sauce ingredients:
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Dill
- Salt
Directions:
- Marinate the chicken breast in olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-cook the chicken until fully cooked and golden brown.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt in a bowl.
- Chop the fresh veggies (cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and bell peppers) for the bowls.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips.
- Assemble the bowls by placing a base of fresh veggies, topped with sliced chicken, a sprinkle of feta cheese, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- Serve immediately or store in meal prep containers for later.
How to Serve Greek Chicken Bowls
Greek Chicken Bowls can be served immediately after assembling. They are great for a quick lunch or dinner. You can also pack them in containers for meal prep and enjoy them throughout the week. The colorful layers of fresh vegetables, chicken, and tzatziki sauce make for a vibrant and appealing meal.
How to Store Greek Chicken Bowls
If you have leftovers, store the assembled bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator. They can be kept for up to three days. If you prefer, you can store the components separately to maintain freshness. Just keep the cooked chicken, veggies, feta, and tzatziki sauce in separate containers.
Tips to Make Greek Chicken Bowls
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if you have time.
- Use a grill pan or outdoor grill for that perfect char on the chicken.
- Feel free to add other vegetables you enjoy, like olives or avocados.
- Swap feta cheese for a dairy-free option if needed.
Variation
You can customize Greek Chicken Bowls by using different proteins such as shrimp or tofu. Additionally, experimenting with grains like quinoa or couscous as a base can add more textures and flavors.
FAQs
1. Can I prepare the tzatziki sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the tzatziki sauce a day in advance to save time. Just store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
2. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Absolutely! Greek Chicken Bowls are excellent for meal prep. Just assemble them in separate containers for easy grab-and-go meals throughout the week.
3. Can I make this recipe without chicken?
Yes, you can substitute the chicken with chickpeas, grilled vegetables, or another protein source to make it vegetarian or vegan-friendly.
Greek Chicken Bowls
Ingredients
For the chicken and bowls
- 2 lbs Chicken breast Boneless and skinless
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For marinating
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Salt To taste
- 1 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
- 1 cup Cucumber Chopped
- 1 cup Tomatoes Chopped
- 1/2 cup Red onion Sliced
- 1 cup Bell peppers Chopped
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese Crumbled
For the tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Full-fat is recommended
- 1/2 cup Cucumber Grated
- 1 clove Garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp Dill Fresh or dried
- 1/2 tsp Salt To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken breast in olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt in a bowl.
- Chop the fresh veggies including cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and bell peppers.
Cooking
- Grill or pan-cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips.
Assembly
- Assemble the bowls by placing a base of fresh veggies, topped with sliced chicken, a sprinkle of feta cheese, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.