Chicken Tzatziki Bowls
Chicken Tzatziki Bowls offer a delightful Mediterranean experience, featuring juicy marinated chicken paired with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This nourishing dish is perfect for lunch or dinner, combining fresh vegetables and grains for a satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these bowls are ideal for family gatherings or meal prep throughout the week. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine while indulging in a healthy, protein-packed option that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- Cherry tomatoes, diced
- Cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- Kalamata olives
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Allow to rest before slicing.
- Prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble your bowls by layering grains as a base and topping with sliced chicken, fresh vegetables, and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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