Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls (30 Minutes) | High Protein
These high-protein Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls offer a vibrant, balanced lunch combining marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki over quinoa or rice for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts - 4
- Olive oil - 1/4 cup
- Lemon juice - Juice of 2 lemons
- Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
- Dried oregano - 2 teaspoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cooked quinoa or rice - 4 cups
- Cucumber - 1, sliced
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
- Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Crumbled feta cheese - 1/2 cup
- Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Tzatziki sauce - 1 cup
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare quinoa or rice: Cook according to package instructions while the chicken marines. Set aside.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet to medium-high. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let rest briefly before slicing into strips.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide cooked quinoa or rice between four bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and a dollop of tzatziki. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for a richer flavor; adjust cooking time to 6-8 minutes per side.
Extra virgin olive oil is ideal for flavor, but avocado oil can be used for a higher smoke point.
Bottled lemon juice is acceptable in a pinch; add zest for extra brightness.
For a vegan alternative, swap feta for vegan cheese and use chickpeas instead of chicken.
Meal prep-friendly: Store components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Extra virgin olive oil is ideal for flavor, but avocado oil can be used for a higher smoke point.
Bottled lemon juice is acceptable in a pinch; add zest for extra brightness.
For a vegan alternative, swap feta for vegan cheese and use chickpeas instead of chicken.
Meal prep-friendly: Store components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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