Description
These Greek Chicken Bowls offer a fresh, flavorful, and healthy meal combining juicy grilled chicken with vibrant Mediterranean ingredients like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, all served over a bed of quinoa or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Grain Base
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or rice
Vegetables and Toppings
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
Sauce
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan: Heat the grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough for cooking the chicken evenly, resulting in a nice golden-brown sear.
- Season the chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle dried oregano, salt, and pepper to infuse the meat with classic Mediterranean flavors.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken on the hot grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is fully cooked with a slightly charred, golden exterior.
- Assemble the bowls: Start with a base of cooked quinoa or rice in each bowl, then layer sliced cucumber, diced cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives evenly over the grains.
- Slice and add chicken: Let the grilled chicken rest briefly, then slice it into strips and place on top of the vegetable layers for a balanced and visually appealing bowl.
- Add tzatziki and serve: Drizzle each bowl with creamy tzatziki sauce for a cool, tangy finish. Serve immediately while the chicken is warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous based on your preference.
- For extra veggies, add sliced bell peppers or spinach leaves.
- If you don’t have a grill, use a grill pan or a regular skillet with a bit of oil.
- Tzatziki can be made homemade with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill if desired.
- Make sure to let the chicken rest 5 minutes after grilling to keep it juicy.
