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Greek Chicken Bowls

Cozy, bright flavors for weeknight comfort that combine grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa Use simple preparation.
  • 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced Use hot chicken right off the grill.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced Drain grated cucumber for tzatziki.
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Crumble by hand for a rustic look.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped Brightens the dish.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
For Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 grated cucumber Drain to stop watering.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt, and dill (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook rice or quinoa according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Heat your grill or grill pan until hot; brush chicken with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill 6–8 minutes per side, until juices run clear and the internal temp reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. In a bowl combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper. Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Toss until glossy.
Making Tzatziki
  1. Squeeze excess water from the grated cucumber, then stir it into the yogurt with minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and dill if you like. Taste and adjust.
Assembly
  1. Assemble your Greek Chicken Bowls: start with rice or quinoa, add sliced chicken, pile on the fresh veggie mix, and sprinkle feta and parsley.
  2. Drizzle a little olive oil, add a lemon wedge, and spoon tzatziki over the top. Bite in while the chicken is warm.

Notes

Time-saver: Grill extra chicken and use it for tomorrow’s lunch bowls. Common mistake + fix: Don't skip draining grated cucumber — otherwise tzatziki gets watery. Squeeze it dry in a towel. Simple variation: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or oregano to the chicken for a warm, herby note.