Description
A healthy and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, creamy tzatziki, and whole grains for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup kalamata olives, sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp dried dill (or 1 tsp fresh dill)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide cooked quinoa or brown rice into bowls. Add sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Serve: Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Meal Prep Option: Store all components separately and assemble before eating.
- Low-Carb Alternative: Serve over a bed of greens instead of grains.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek