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Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls Recipe

Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls are a delicious and healthy meal option, featuring marinated chicken, flavorful tzatziki sauce, and a variety of fresh toppings. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Bowls:

  • 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Prepare rice according to package directions and set aside.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl and chill.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken in a skillet or grill pan until fully cooked, then slice.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice among serving bowls and top with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative.
  • Chicken can be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.
  • Tzatziki sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Grilling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg