Description
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this vibrant Greek Chicken Bowl! Juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon, garlic, and oregano is served over fluffy rice or quinoa, complemented by crunchy fresh vegetables and creamy feta. Perfect for meal prep or a family dinner, this dish is a celebration of bright flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa (400g)
- 1 cup diced cucumber (150g)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (150g)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75g)
- Pita bread (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 3. Prepare the Base: Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- 4. Crisp Up Your Veggies: While cooking, chop cucumbers and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- 5. Assemble Your Bowl: Start with a scoop of rice or quinoa as the base. Top with sliced chicken breast, fresh veggies, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg