Description
Looking for the best healthy Greek chicken bowl ideas? This easy and quick recipe is simple to prepare and full of fresh flavors. Juicy marinated chicken pairs perfectly with fluffy grains and crisp vegetables for a balanced and healthy meal. Ideal for busy weeknights meal prep lunches family dinners or casual gatherings this bowl is a delicious option you can enjoy any time while keeping things nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup arugula
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with olive oil garlic lemon juice oregano salt and pepper then rest for 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Rinse quinoa and cook with 2 cups water over medium heat for 15 minutes until fluffy then let rest and fluff.
- Mix Greek yogurt cucumber dill lemon juice and salt until smooth then chill to thicken.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked then rest and slice.
- Assemble bowls with arugula quinoa vegetables sliced chicken and drizzle with yogurt sauce for best results.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor
- Keep sauce separate until serving
- Swap quinoa with brown rice if desired
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg