Description
This Greek Chicken Bowls recipe features tender marinated chicken breasts cooked to perfection and served atop a bed of fresh veggies, cooked rice or quinoa, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. The bowls are bursting with Mediterranean flavors from lemon, oregano, garlic, and fresh dill, making it a healthy, vibrant, and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 4 small chicken breasts, about 1 1/4 pounds
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Bowl Ingredients
- 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
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to create the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor infusion.
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh chopped dill. Stir until well combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Assemble the Bowl Base: Place cooked rice or quinoa in bowls, then add halved grape or cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, shredded romaine lettuce, sliced red onion, and sprinkle with feta cheese to create a fresh Mediterranean base.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat an air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Place marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 7 minutes on one side. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Alternatively, cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Serve and Garnish: Slice the cooked chicken and place it atop the prepared bowls. Add a dollop of tzatziki sauce. Optionally, drizzle with extra olive oil, lemon juice, or tahini dressing, and garnish with olives if desired. Enjoy your Greek Chicken Bowls!
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- For a gluten-free option, use quinoa instead of rice.
- Marinating the chicken longer will intensify the flavors.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the heat level.
- Store leftover components separately for best texture and freshness.
