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Greek Chicken Bowls

Greek Chicken Bowls

These Greek Chicken Bowls feature marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and delicious toppings, making them a family-friendly dinner option.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinate 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 629 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • heavy skillet
  • whisk
  • zip-top plastic bag
  • meat mallet

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Marinade

  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 small lemon, zest
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Remaining Ingredients

  • 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce or baby spinach
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes or chopped tomato
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 0.5 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce or hummus or a drizzle of tahini sauce
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • chopped fresh parsley or dill optional, for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt and pepper in a bowl or large zip-top plastic bag. Whisk or squeeze bag to mix.
  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even ¾-inch thickness before adding them to the marinade.
  • Add the chicken to the bag or bowl and coat with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.

Cooking

  • To Cook Chicken on the Grill: Clean grates, oil and heat the grill to medium-high. Discard marinade and grill chicken for 5-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
  • To Cook Chicken on the Stove: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Discard marinade and add chicken. Cook for about 5-8 minutes per side until cooked through.

Assembly

  • Divide the lettuce and cooked rice between 4 serving bowls. Add sliced cooked chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and a spoonful of tzatziki, hummus or tahini sauce. Finish with crumbled feta and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

Chicken can rest in marinade for up to 12 hours. Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 629kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 45gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 1315mgPotassium: 1118mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 6813IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 265mgIron: 3mg
Keyword chicken, Dinner Recipe, easy, Family-friendly, Greek Chicken Bowls, Healthy
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