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Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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A quick and easy healthy Greek chicken bowl featuring marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a nourishing meal that balances flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ English cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • Feta cheese crumbles (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well mixed. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (up to 2 hours).
  2. Grate the cucumber using a fine grater. Place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer or wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Stir until combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Prepare brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 20 minutes). Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Keep cooked chicken warm if cooking in batches.
  6. Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and halve the olives. Set aside.
  7. Divide cooked rice or quinoa among serving bowls. Top with grilled chicken, fresh veggies, olives, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce. Sprinkle with feta crumbles and fresh herbs if using.
  8. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Notes

Drain grated cucumber thoroughly to prevent watery tzatziki sauce. Marinate chicken at least 20 minutes for best flavor. Use medium-high heat to get a nice crust on chicken without drying it out. Let chicken rest a few minutes before serving. Tzatziki keeps well in fridge up to 3 days. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt. For grain-free, use cauliflower rice.

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