Ultimate Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls
A vibrant and nourishing dish featuring tender chicken marinated in lemon and herbs, served on quinoa or brown rice with fresh veggies and feta.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Healthy, High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Dried oregano
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Olives (black or green)
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the quinoa or rice according to package instructions, typically simmering for about 15 minutes after boiling.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Prep the veggies: Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Compile the bowls: Layer cooked quinoa or rice, sliced chicken, veggies, feta, and olives. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lower-carb option, substitute quinoa or rice with cauliflower rice. Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Greek chicken bowls, healthy meal prep, Mediterranean recipes