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Nawaal Ahmed

Easy Mediterranean Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe

Easy Mediterranean Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 450 g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil 30 ml
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 30 ml
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice 400 g
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (150 g)
  • 1 cup diced cucumber 130 g
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion 40 g
  • 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives sliced (50 g)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 75 g
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce 240 ml
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 15 ml

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until fragrant and well combined.
  2. Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade and let it rest for at least 20 minutes so the flavors absorb.
  3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat until hot and lightly smoking.
  4. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and allow it to rest before slicing into juicy strips.
  6. Warm the cooked basmati rice until fluffy and steaming.
  7. Arrange the rice evenly into serving bowls as the base layer.
  8. Top with sliced chicken, distributing it evenly across each bowl.
  9. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives for vibrant color and crunch.
  10. Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top for a creamy, salty finish.
  11. Spoon generous dollops of tzatziki sauce over the chicken.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while the chicken is warm and aromatic.

Notes

Protein: 38 g

Carbohydrates: 42 g

Fat: 18 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 5 g

Sodium: 720 mg