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Greek Chicken Bowls

Greek Chicken Bowls: Fresh Flavors for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Delightful Greek Chicken Bowls packed with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Bone-in chicken can be used with adjusted cooking time.
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Avocado oil can substitute.
  • 2 pieces Lemons, juiced Fresh lemon juice is recommended.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust to taste or try roasted garlic.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried oregano Fresh oregano can replace if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt is recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground is preferred.
For the Bowls
  • 1 cup Cooked quinoa or rice Cauliflower rice can substitute.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved Any small tomato variety can work.
  • 1 piece Cucumber, diced Can be substituted with bell peppers.
  • 1 piece Red onion, thinly sliced Green onions can replace for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Vegan feta can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped Fresh dill can also be a substitute.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce Homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Cooking pot or rice cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken, and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Prepare quinoa or rice according to package instructions while chicken cooks.
  4. Chop vegetables: dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion. Set aside.
  5. Once chicken has rested, slice into strips.
  6. Assemble bowls with quinoa or rice as the base, add sliced chicken, vegetables, feta, parsley, and drizzle tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor. Keep vegetables fresh by adding them right before serving.

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