Greek Chicken Bowls

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This Greek Chicken Bowls recipe gives you a fresh, simple meal. It mixes warm grains, grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, olives, and feta. Serve it with a cool homemade tzatziki sauce. If you like similar flavors, try the Greek chicken gyros with cucumber tzatziki sauce for another easy idea.

why make this recipe

This bowl is quick and healthy. You get protein, vegetables, and whole grains in one dish. It is easy to change for taste or what you have at home. You can make it for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

how to make Greek Chicken Bowls

1. Make the tzatziki first so the flavors can rest. Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon, and dill. Add salt to taste.
2. Cook quinoa or brown rice and let it cool a little.
3. Grill the chicken breast, then slice it. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Dice cucumber and bell pepper. Halve cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Slice olives if needed.
5. Build bowls: place the cooked quinoa or rice in the bowl, then add sliced chicken and the chopped vegetables. Sprinkle feta and add mixed greens on top. Drizzle olive oil.
6. Serve each bowl with a side of tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients :

• 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
• 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 cups mixed greens
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive oil, for drizzling
• Homemade tzatziki sauce

Directions :

1. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill in a bowl. Season with salt.
2. In a large bowl, layer the cooked quinoa or brown rice at the bottom.
3. Top with grilled chicken, diced cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
4. Add mixed greens on top and drizzle olive oil.
5. Serve with homemade tzatziki sauce on the side. Enjoy!

how to serve Greek Chicken Bowls

Serve warm or at room temperature. Offer extra tzatziki on the side. Add lemon wedges for squeezing. You can put the salad and grains in separate containers for build-your-own bowls.

how to store Greek Chicken Bowls

Store components separately for best freshness. Keep grilled chicken, grains, veggies, and tzatziki in airtight containers in the fridge. Use within 3–4 days. Do not freeze the tzatziki; make a new batch if you need long storage.

tips to make Greek Chicken Bowls

• Grill or pan-sear the chicken for a good char and flavor.
• Pat the cucumber dry before adding to tzatziki to avoid watery sauce.
• Use warm grains so the bowl feels cozy.
• Crumble feta just before serving to keep it fresh.
• Pack greens on top to avoid wilting in the fridge.

variation (if any)

• Swap chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
• Use couscous or farro instead of quinoa or brown rice.
• Add roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, or avocado for more flavor.
• Make it vegetarian by leaving out the chicken and adding chickpeas.

FAQs

Q: Can I make the bowls vegetarian?
A: Yes. Replace chicken with chickpeas, roasted vegetables, or tofu.

Q: How long does the tzatziki last?
A: Keep tzatziki in the fridge up to 3 days. Stir before serving.

Q: Can I use store-bought tzatziki?
A: Yes. Store-bought tzatziki works fine and saves time.

Q: Is it okay to use leftover chicken?
A: Yes. Leftover grilled or roasted chicken works well and speeds up prep.

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