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Greek Chicken Bowl: A Flavorful Mediterranean Feast

Greek Chicken Bowl
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This Greek Chicken Bowl is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like grilled chicken, quinoa, fresh veggies, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, it’s a well-rounded dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Plus, it’s easy to customize and great for meal prep!

Ingredients

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Dressing/Marinade:

  • ¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Kosher pepper, to taste

Quinoa Bowls:

  • 1 ½ cups quinoa, uncooked
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted

Instructions

  1. Cook the Quinoa:
    • Add 1 ½ cups quinoa and 2 cups water to a small saucepan with a pinch of salt.
    • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until quinoa is tender. Drain if needed, then set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the Dressing/Marinade:
    • In a small jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Shake or stir vigorously to emulsify.
  3. Marinate the Chicken:
    • Pour about 1/3 of the dressing over the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re fully coated. Reserve the remaining dressing for serving.
  4. Grill the Chicken:
    • Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
    • Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Assemble the Bowls:
    • Divide the cooled quinoa among 4 bowls.
    • Top with grilled chicken, diced cucumber, chopped tomatoes, diced red onion, crumbled feta, and kalamata olives.
    • Drizzle with the reserved dressing.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Substitutions: Use maple syrup instead of honey, or swap chicken breasts for boneless thighs.
  • Vegetarian Option: Skip the chicken and add extra veggies like bell peppers or chickpeas.
  • Meal Prep: Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness.

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