why make this recipe
This dish is fresh, healthy, and full of bright flavors. It is quick to make and good for a weeknight meal or meal prep. The mix of grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, lemon, feta, and tzatziki feels light and filling.
introduction
Greek Chicken Bowls are a simple, tasty meal. You get protein from chicken, crunch from fresh veggies, and extra flavor from lemon and feta. Tzatziki adds cool creaminess. This bowl works for lunch, dinner, or to pack for work.
how to make Greek Chicken Bowls
- Mix olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Put chicken breasts in the mix and let them sit at least 30 minutes to soak up flavor.
- Grill or bake the chicken until it is cooked through. Cut into slices.
- Chop cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell peppers for the bowl base.
- Place the sliced chicken over the veggies. Drizzle with lemon juice.
- Add crumbled feta and a spoon of tzatziki on top. Serve.
Ingredients :
- Chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cucumber
- Tomato
- Red onion
- Bell peppers
- Feta cheese
- Lemon juice
- Tzatziki sauce
Directions :
- Marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through, then slice.
- Prepare the toppings by chopping cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell peppers.
- Assemble the bowls by placing a serving of cooked chicken over a bed of fresh veggies.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and top with feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.
- Serve and enjoy your healthy Greek Chicken Bowls!
how to serve Greek Chicken Bowls
Serve warm or at room temperature. Put the chicken on top of the vegetables. Add a good dollop of tzatziki. Serve with pita bread or over rice if you want more carbs.
how to store Greek Chicken Bowls
Keep chicken and vegetables in separate airtight containers. Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Keep tzatziki in its own small container. Reheat chicken gently or eat it cold over the veggies.
tips to make Greek Chicken Bowls
- Marinate at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer: chicken is done at 165°F (74°C).
- Cut veggies into similar sizes so the bowl looks and eats well.
- If you like more tang, add extra lemon juice.
- Make extra tzatziki and use it as a dip.
variation (if any)
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Make it vegetarian: use chickpeas or grilled halloumi instead of chicken.
- Change the base: serve over quinoa, rice, or mixed greens.
- Add olives or a drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar for more Greek flavor.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Yes. Thaw fully before marinating and cooking.
Q: How long can I keep the bowls in the fridge?
A: Keep parts separately and use within 3–4 days.
Q: Can I make the bowls ahead for meal prep?
A: Yes. Store chicken, veggies, and tzatziki in separate containers and assemble when ready to eat.
Q: Can I bake the chicken instead of grilling?
A: Yes. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Q: Is tzatziki easy to make at home?
A: Yes. Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill or mint.
Conclusion
For more ideas and a full recipe guide, see this helpful write-up on Greek Chicken Bowls – Eat With Clarity. If you want a version with extra herbs and photo steps, check this Chicken Tzatziki Bowls – Half Baked Harvest.
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Greek Chicken Bowls
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
A fresh and healthy meal, these Greek Chicken Bowls are packed with flavor from grilled chicken, fresh veggies, feta, and tzatziki.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 Cucumber, chopped
- 1 Tomato, chopped
- 1 Red onion, chopped
- 1 Bell pepper, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- Tzatziki sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through, then slice.
- Prepare the toppings by chopping cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell peppers.
- Assemble the bowls by placing a serving of cooked chicken over a bed of fresh veggies.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and top with feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.
- Serve and enjoy your healthy Greek Chicken Bowls!
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. For more carbs, serve with pita bread or over rice. Store in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg