Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Greek Chicken Bowl, a perfect blend of healthy ingredients and Mediterranean flair. This dish features tender grilled chicken served over fluffy quinoa, garnished with fresh cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. Drizzled with a zesty lemon herb dressing, it’s an ideal option for lunch or dinner, offering versatility for meal prep or family gatherings. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious weekday meal or a crowd-pleasing dish for entertaining, this Greek Chicken Bowl is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups uncooked quinoa
- 1 English cucumber, diced
- 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil (or avocado oil)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Kosher pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa and cook in a saucepan with water and salt until tender (12–15 minutes). Set aside.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken with one-third of the dressing for at least 30 minutes. Grill on medium-high heat until fully cooked (165°F).
- Assemble bowls: layer cooked quinoa topped with sliced chicken and vegetables. Finish with feta cheese and olives.
- Drizzle remaining dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg