Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Bowl Base:
2 cups cooked quinoa, rice, or orzo
Or 4 cups chopped romaine or spinach (for low-carb option)
Fresh Toppings:
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/3 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 tsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Instructions
1. In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken to marinade and coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
3. Cook marinated chicken using preferred method: grill, pan-sear, or bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.
4. Let chicken rest, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
5. While chicken cooks, prepare base grains according to package instructions.
6. Chop cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and herbs for toppings.
7. In a small bowl, mix all tzatziki sauce ingredients until well combined; season with salt to taste.
8. To assemble, layer grain or greens into each bowl. Top with chicken, veggies, and feta.
9. Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki and garnish with parsley or dill.
10. Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
11. Enjoy your fresh, healthy Greek Chicken Bowl!
Notes
For vegetarian bowls, substitute chicken with chickpeas or grilled halloumi.
Tzatziki can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 4 days.
Store cooked chicken, grains, and chopped vegetables separately to maintain freshness.
Add extra toppings like roasted red peppers, hummus, or artichoke hearts for variety.
Use dairy-free yogurt and omit feta to make vegan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
