Greek Chicken and Tzatziki Bowl (Printable)

Delight in a balanced bowl of Greek chicken and fresh toppings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.32 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano
06 - 0.5 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1 tsp salt
09 - 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Rice/Base

10 - 1.5 cups cooked basmati or brown rice (or quinoa for gluten-free option)

→ Vegetables & Toppings

11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 cucumber, diced
13 - 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
15 - 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
16 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Tzatziki

17 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
18 - 0.5 cucumber, grated and excess liquid squeezed out
19 - 1 garlic clove, minced
20 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
21 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
22 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Hummus

23 - 1 cup classic hummus (store-bought or homemade)

# Steps:

01 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, tossing to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
02 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill or pan-sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
03 - In a bowl, mix all tzatziki ingredients until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls. Arrange sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta on top. Add a generous dollop of tzatziki and a scoop of hummus to each bowl. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
05 - Serve immediately. Enjoy the bowls warm or cold as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This dish feels like a sunny hug, balanced and bright with fresh ingredients.
  • It's a customizable joy, allowing you to swap in your favorite proteins or veggies.
02 -
  • Marinating the chicken longer yields even more flavor, so don’t rush this step.
  • Discovering a dash of smoked paprika was a game-changer, adding depth to the chicken.
03 -
  • Letting the chicken marinate overnight can really amplify the flavors.
  • Using full-fat Greek yogurt gives the tzatziki a richer, creamier texture.
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