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Delicious Greek Chicken bowls for meal prep - flavorful and healthy

Greek Chicken Bowls

A vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring marinated grilled chicken, colorful vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce, perfect for meal prep or a hearty dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowls
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa Use either brown rice or quinoa as a base.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
Preparing the Tzatziki Sauce
  1. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Begin with a base of brown rice or quinoa in each bowl. Slice the grilled chicken breast and arrange it neatly on top. Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and Kalamata olives around the chicken. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
Finishing Touches
  1. Finish off each bowl with a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Serving
  1. Enjoy immediately or allow to cool before storing in meal prep containers.

Notes

Consider batch cooking grains for quicker assembly on future days. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to chicken marinade for added heat.