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Greek Chicken Bowls

Enjoy a vibrant mix of marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and tzatziki sauce nestled over a base of rice or greens in these Greek Chicken Bowls.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade
  • 2 pieces Chicken breast Opt for fresh, high-quality chicken.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is preferable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh, to enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground adds more flavor.
For serving
  • 2 cups Rice or mixed greens Use rice according to preference.
  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce Consider using high-quality Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives Pitted and halved.
  • 1 medium Cucumber, diced Fresh and crunchy.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes, diced Use seasonal tomatoes for best flavor.
  • 1/2 medium Red onion, thinly sliced Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Optional: use vegan cheese for dairy-free version.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Cook the marinated chicken on a grill or in a skillet until fully cooked and golden brown.
  2. Prepare rice according to package instructions or set aside mixed greens.
  3. Slice the cooked chicken and place it over rice or greens.
Assembly
  1. Top with tzatziki, Kalamata olives, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For optimal flavor, you can marinate the chicken overnight. Pair with warm pita bread or a Greek salad.