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Flavor-Packed Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe with Easy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

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A vibrant and simple Greek chicken bowl featuring herb-marinated chicken and a fresh homemade tzatziki sauce, perfect for a wholesome and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or dairy-free)
  • 1/2 large cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous (about 14 oz cooked)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese for topping
  • Fresh parsley or mint for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  2. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  4. Prepare Bowl Components: Slice cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber. Crumble feta if using. Warm cooked grains.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Place grains as base, top with sliced chicken, veggies, Kalamata olives, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce. Garnish with parsley or mint.

Notes

Marinate chicken for 20 minutes to 2 hours for best flavor; avoid longer to prevent mushy texture. Squeeze out cucumber moisture thoroughly for thick tzatziki. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. Tzatziki tastes better after chilling at least 30 minutes. Grilling chicken adds smoky flavor. For vegan option, substitute chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas and use plant-based yogurt.

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