Greek Chicken Bowls
Delicious Greek chicken bowls featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and cooling tzatziki, perfect for a quick meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Bowls
- 1 lb chicken breast, flattened slightly for even cooking and marinated Use a marinade of salt, pepper, olive oil, and optional vinegar or lemon.
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa Quinoa for a nuttier, higher-protein base.
- 1 cucumber diced For the bowl.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion thinly sliced So it’s not overpowering.
- 1 bell pepper diced Any color.
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced Kalamata works beautifully.
- to taste salt and pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Full-fat or 2% for creaminess.
- 1 cucumber grated and excess water squeezed out
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar apple cider vinegar works well.
- to taste dill, chopped Optional but authentic.
Instructions
Marinating the Chicken
- Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, a little olive oil, minced garlic, and a squeeze of vinegar or lemon (optional). Let rest for 15–30 minutes.
Cooking the Chicken
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high. Cook chicken about 5–7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Making the Tzatziki
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper and chill briefly.
Preparing the Veggies
- Dice cucumber and bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice red onion. Toss lightly with a pinch of salt if desired.
Assembling the Bowls
- Divide cooked rice or quinoa among bowls, top with sliced grilled chicken, add diced veggies and olives, and spoon tzatziki over everything. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store components separately. Cooked chicken and tzatziki will keep for 3–4 days; grains and chopped veggies 3–5 days. For meal prep, assemble daily for freshness. Don't skip resting the chicken after cooking.