Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Greek Chicken Bowl, a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients that transports you to the sunny shores of Greece. This dish features perfectly grilled chicken marinated in zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, served atop a bed of fluffy quinoa and colorful vegetables. With kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese adding a savory touch, this bowl is not only delicious but also nutritious and customizable to suit any palate. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this Greek Chicken Bowl is a wholesome choice that will satisfy your cravings while keeping you energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups quinoa
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 medium red onion (diced)
- 1 English cucumber (diced)
- 4 Roma tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
Instructions
- Cook quinoa: In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 12-15 minutes until tender. Drain if necessary and set aside.
- Prepare marinade: In a jar, mix olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken: Coat chicken breasts with one-third of the marinade; reserve the remainder for dressing.
- Grill chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Assemble bowls: Divide quinoa among serving bowls; top with grilled chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and kalamata olives.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over each bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg