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Delicious Lemon Herb Greek Chicken Bowl topped with fresh ingredients and herbs.

Lemon Herb Greek Chicken Bowl

A vibrant and nutritious dish featuring marinated grilled chicken served over quinoa or rice with fresh vegetables and tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts Skinless and boneless
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil For marinating and flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice About 1-2 lemons
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced (or use garlic powder to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
For the bowl assembly
  • 2 cups Quinoa or rice Cook according to package instructions
  • 3 cups Mixed vegetables e.g., bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce For drizzling over the bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let them soak for at least 20 minutes.
Cooking
  1. While the chicken marinates, cook your quinoa or rice according to package instructions.
  2. After marinating, grill or sauté the chicken on medium heat until fully cooked, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
Assembly
  1. Chop the mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, serve a base of quinoa or rice, then top with sliced chicken and mixed vegetables.
  3. Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top before serving.
Final Steps
  1. Enjoy warm or store leftovers in the refrigerator, keeping components separate to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Don’t skip the marinade for added flavor. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken.