Description
A flavorful and healthy Greek Chicken Bowl recipe featuring tender chicken strips marinated in Mediterranean spices, served over a bed of brown rice or quinoa, topped with fresh vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese. The bowls are finished with a luscious creamy tahini feta sauce, making this dish perfect for meal prep, quick dinners, and balanced nutrition.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the Creamy Tahini Feta Sauce
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the chicken is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the tahini feta sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine tahini, crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Blend the mixture until smooth, adding water gradually—1 tablespoon at a time—until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked chicken strips, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, sliced kalamata olives, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Serve: Drizzle each bowl generously with the creamy tahini feta sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures.
Notes
- For a low-carb alternative, substitute brown rice or quinoa with cauliflower rice.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prepping; store cooked components separately and assemble just before eating to maintain freshness.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for a juicier and more flavorful result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek-Inspired
