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Chicken Tzatziki Bowls

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Fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired bowls filled with juicy seasoned chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp vegetables, and hearty grains. These customizable bowls are healthy, satisfying, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • For the chicken:
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts or chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the tzatziki sauce:
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the bowls:
  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, sliced
  • 2 cups lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olives (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
  6. Divide the cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous among serving bowls.
  7. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives if using.
  8. Add the sliced chicken on top.
  9. Finish with generous spoonfuls of tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Squeeze excess moisture from the cucumber for thick and creamy tzatziki.
  • Chicken thighs provide extra juiciness, while chicken breasts offer a leaner option.
  • Grilling the chicken adds extra smoky flavor.
  • Cauliflower rice or greens can replace grains for a lower-carb version.
  • Store ingredients separately for the best meal prep freshness.

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