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Greek Chicken Bowl w/ Homemade Tzatziki

Here’s a delicious, high protein recipe for a Greek Chicken Bowl with seasoned chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and homemade tzatziki

 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cubed

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1/2 cucumber, grated, and excess moisture squeezed out

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1-3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)

  • 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar

  • Salt and white pepper, to taste

For the Bowl:

  • 2 cups Jasmine or Basmati Rice

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cucumber, diced

  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.

    • Add the chicken and coat it well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

  2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a grill, preheat it to medium-high.

    • Cook the chicken f until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). The chicken should have a nice sear and be juicy inside.

  3. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:

    • In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dill.

    • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.

  4. Assemble the Bowl:

    • Start with a base of cooked rice

    • Top with slices of the seasoned chicken.

    • Arrange cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese around the chicken.

    • Add a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on top.

  5. Garnish and Serve:

    • Garnish with fresh parsley or dill.

    • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tip: Feel free to customize this bowl with additional vegetables or ingredients of your choice. It’s a versatile recipe that’s perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal!

 

For accurate macros on this meal use a nutrition calculator and input the exact quantities of each item used to build your bowl.

 

Tzatziki Sauce (1/4 cup per serving):

  • Calories: 60

  • Protein: 3g

  • Fat: 4g

  • Carbohydrates: 4g

 

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