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Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Tzatziki and Hummus

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A quick and easy Mediterranean chicken bowl featuring juicy, spiced chicken, creamy tzatziki, and smooth hummus served over quinoa or rice. Perfect for a wholesome, flavorful dinner that’s ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber, finely grated and drained
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ cup store-bought or homemade hummus
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat every piece. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  2. Grate the cucumber finely and press it gently in a clean towel or paper towel to remove excess water. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest.
  4. Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and divide into serving bowls.
  5. Assemble the bowls by layering quinoa or rice, cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and a dollop of hummus and tzatziki. Garnish with fresh parsley or mint and optional feta cheese.
  6. Squeeze extra lemon juice over the bowl and drizzle with olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes for best flavor; up to 2 hours if possible. Remove excess moisture from cucumber to keep tzatziki creamy. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to get a good sear. Can substitute chicken with lamb, shrimp, or tofu for variations. Use quinoa or rice for gluten-free option. Store leftovers separately and reheat gently.

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