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Healthy High-Protein Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe with Fresh Veggies Made Easy

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A fresh and satisfying Greek chicken bowl featuring marinated grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and a tangy lemon dressing. Quick to prepare and perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)
  • Juice of ½ lemon (for dressing)
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar (optional, for dressing)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for dressing)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
  4. Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, pit and halve kalamata olives, and chop parsley. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  5. Divide cooked quinoa or rice into serving bowls. Arrange sliced chicken on top, add fresh veggies and olives around it. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and chopped parsley.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the bowl just before serving. Toss gently if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor; do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy; slice chicken against the grain; keep dressing separate if packing for lunch to avoid sogginess; variations include swapping chicken for halloumi or chickpeas for vegetarian option, or using cauliflower rice for low-carb.

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