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Greek Chicken Bowls

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Greek Chicken Bowls are a flavorful, fresh, and filling meal that combines savory marinated chicken, creamy tzatziki, and vibrant veggies, perfect for meal prepping or a Mediterranean-inspired lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls

Ingredients

4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)

¼ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano

1 ½ teaspoons dried basil

1 teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

2 cups cooked rice or quinoa

2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes

2 cups diced or chopped cucumber

4 cups shredded romaine lettuce

1 cup sliced red onion

½ cup feta

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

½ cup grated cucumber

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all ingredients for the chicken marinade.
  2. Pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thick and place it in a shallow bowl or ziplock bag with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours for more flavor.
  3. Meanwhile, combine all ingredients for the tzatziki in a bowl and set aside.
  4. Prep the rice and veggies. Feel free to add olives if you enjoy them, although they are optional.
  5. Once the chicken has marinated, preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Air fry the chicken for 7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. If you don’t have an air fryer, heat a skillet with oil or butter over medium/low heat. Fry each side for 7-8 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes away from heat, then slice into strips.
  8. Assemble your bowls with rice or quinoa, veggies, sliced chicken, and tzatziki. Optionally drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, or lemon tahini dressing on top.
  9. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Vegetarian Option: Replace the chicken with grilled or roasted chickpeas for a plant-based version.
  • Grain Alternatives: Swap rice for quinoa, couscous, or farro for different textures and flavors.
  • Add More Veggies: Include bell peppers, olives, or roasted eggplant for extra variety.
  • Tzatziki Twist: Add a bit of fresh mint or basil to your tzatziki for a unique flavor.
  • Storage: Store chicken, rice, and tzatziki separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days (chicken) and 4 days (tzatziki).
  • Reheating: Reheat chicken in a skillet or microwave, while keeping the tzatziki cold.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling, Air Frying, Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg