Greek Chicken Bowls

These Greek Chicken Bowls are a perfect weeknight meal, loaded with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. The marinated chicken is cooked to perfection and served with crunchy veggies, creamy homemade tzatziki, and your choice of rice or quinoa. Easy to make and great for meal prep, these bowls are a healthy, customizable dish that your whole family will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• Quick and Easy: Ready in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Make ahead and enjoy for lunches throughout the week.
• Customizable: You can make these bowls dairy-free, low carb, or turn them into a salad for a simple, fresh lunch.
• Packed with Flavor: Marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki make each bite deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Bowls:

• 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
• 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
• 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
• 1 cup sliced red onion
• ½ cup feta (optional, or substitute with dairy-free feta)

For the Tzatziki:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free Greek yogurt)
• ½ cup grated cucumber
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

• Whisk together all ingredients for the chicken marinade. Pound the chicken to about ½ inch thick and place in a shallow bowl or ziplock bag with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours.

1. Prepare the Tzatziki:

• While the chicken is marinating, combine all the tzatziki ingredients and set aside.

1. Cook the Chicken:

• Preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Air fry the chicken on one side for 7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, heat a skillet with oil or butter over medium/low heat and fry the chicken for 7-8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

1. Assemble the Bowls:

• While the chicken is resting, assemble the bowls by adding a base of rice or quinoa, then top with tomatoes, cucumber, shredded romaine, sliced red onion, and feta.
• Slice the cooked chicken and place on top of the veggies.

1. Top with Tzatziki:

• Drizzle homemade tzatziki over the chicken and veggies. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for extra flavor.

1. Serve and Enjoy!

• Serve the bowls immediately and enjoy this flavorful, fresh meal!

Recipe Variations:

• Greek Chicken Salad: For a lighter, low-carb option, skip the rice and quinoa and use more veggies to create a Greek salad.
• Grilled Chicken: Grill the chicken instead of cooking it in the air fryer or skillet for a smoky flavor.
• Spicy Chicken Bowls: Add chopped jalapeños or chili flakes to the marinade or tzatziki for an extra kick.
• Meal Prep: These bowls are perfect for meal prep! Prepare all ingredients ahead of time and store them in separate containers in the fridge. Reheat when ready to assemble.

Notes:

• Rice or Quinoa: You can substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
• Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free Greek yogurt and omit feta to make this recipe dairy-free.
• Make-Ahead: You can marinate the chicken and prepare the tzatziki the night before to save time.

Enjoy these Greek Chicken Bowls for a healthy, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any night of the week!

Greek Chicken Bowls

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• Author: carlosramirez
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free

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These Greek Chicken Bowls are a perfect weeknight meal, loaded with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. Easy to make and great for meal prep, these bowls are a healthy, customizable dish that your whole family will love.

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Ingredients

• 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
• 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
• 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
• 1 cup sliced red onion
• ½ cup feta (optional, or substitute with dairy-free feta)
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free Greek yogurt)
• ½ cup grated cucumber
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

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Instructions

1. Whisk together all ingredients for the chicken marinade. Pound the chicken to about ½ inch thick and place in a shallow bowl or ziplock bag with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours.
2. While the chicken is marinating, combine all the tzatziki ingredients and set aside.
3. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Air fry the chicken on one side for 7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. If you don’t have an air fryer, heat a skillet with oil or butter over medium/low heat and fry the chicken for 7-8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. While the chicken is resting, assemble the bowls by adding a base of rice or quinoa, then top with tomatoes, cucumber, shredded romaine, sliced red onion, and feta. Slice the cooked chicken and place on top of the veggies.
5. Drizzle homemade tzatziki over the chicken and veggies, and add a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for extra flavor.
6. Serve the bowls immediately and enjoy this flavorful, fresh meal!

Notes

You can substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Use dairy-free Greek yogurt and omit feta to make this recipe dairy-free. Marinate the chicken and prepare the tzatziki the night before to save time.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Air Frying, Skillet Cooking
• Cuisine: Greek