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Healthy High-Protein Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe with Easy Homemade Tzatziki

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A quick and nourishing Greek chicken bowl featuring juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, fluffy grains, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (3 tablespoons)
  • Fresh lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
  • Garlic cloves (3, minced)
  • Dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • Greek yogurt (1 cup / 240 ml)
  • Cucumber (1 small, peeled and grated)
  • Garlic clove (1, finely minced)
  • Fresh dill (1 tablespoon, chopped)
  • Fresh lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Cooked quinoa or brown rice (about 2 cups / 370 g)
  • Cherry tomatoes (1 cup / 150 g, halved)
  • Cucumber (1 medium, diced)
  • Red onion (¼ cup / 40 g, thinly sliced)
  • Kalamata olives (¼ cup / 40 g, pitted and halved) – optional
  • Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, chopped)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the cucumber and place it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze firmly to remove excess water. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and refrigerate.
  3. Cook the Grain: Rinse 1 cup (185 g) quinoa or brown rice under cold water. Cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes for quinoa, 40-45 minutes for brown rice). Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Prepare the Veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, and pit & halve Kalamata olives.
  6. Assemble the Bowl: In each serving bowl, layer cooked quinoa or brown rice. Arrange sliced chicken on top, then add tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and a dollop of tzatziki. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor. Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Cook chicken on medium-high heat for a nice crust. Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Use fresh herbs for best brightness. Prepare tzatziki and chop veggies while chicken marinates to save time.

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