Description
Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls that feature marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy feta cheese, all served over rice or pita for a quick and tasty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the marinade. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until fully blended.
- Take the chicken and place it in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, remove the chicken from the marinade (throw out any leftover marinade) and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare your rice or quinoa according to the package instructions.
- Once the chicken is sliced and your grain base is ready, it’s time to assemble your bowls. Start by laying a generous scoop of rice at the bottom of each bowl.
- Layer on the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, red onion, bell peppers, and olives. Add the sliced chicken on top and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
- Finish off your Greek Chicken Bowls with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and any additional toppings like tzatziki or hummus. Serve immediately and savor the burst of flavors.
Notes
Marinate the chicken a day ahead for maximum flavor. You can substitute chicken with grilled vegetables or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg