Description
This Easy Greek Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, healthy meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Featuring tender chicken breast, roasted vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. With fresh ingredients like crunchy cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon dressing, it’s a family-friendly recipe that’s not only simple but also packed with nutrition. Enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal prep option that balances savory and fresh, making it a standout in Greek cuisine.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers
- 1 cucumber
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk until emulsified.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add marinated chicken breasts to the pan and sauté until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) while the chicken cooks.
- Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast the bell peppers until tender and slightly caramelized, about 20 minutes.
- Thinly slice cucumbers while the vegetables roast.
- Once the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are roasted, slice the chicken into strips.
- In bowls or meal prep containers, layer sliced chicken over roasted vegetables followed by cucumber slices.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce generously on top for creaminess.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over each bowl before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store the chicken bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To keep the ingredients fresh, consider storing the tzatziki sauce separately until you’re ready to serve.
Reheating: Reheat the chicken and roasted vegetables in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. If you prefer a crispy texture, reheat in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, adding a splash of water to create steam.
Serving: Serve the bowls cold or warm, depending on your preference. Drizzle extra tzatziki sauce on top for added flavor and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill for a pop of color.
Chef’s Tip: For more intense flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight before cooking. This will enhance the taste and tenderness of the chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grill
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 0