Description
Enjoy fresh, healthy ingredients in this delightful Greek Chicken Bowls recipe with tender grilled chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy feta over grains.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Tzatziki sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken on the grill or in the oven for about 6 to 7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
- In a large bowl, place the cooked quinoa or rice at the bottom.
- Slice the rested chicken into strips and lay it on top of the quinoa or rice.
- Add diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese on top of the chicken.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano ahead of time. Store leftovers in separate airtight containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken, Healthy Bowls, Mediterranean Diet, Grilled Chicken, Quinoa Recipe