Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice or mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken until cooked through and nicely charred, about 6–8 minutes per side.
- Prepare rice or greens and chop fresh vegetables.
- Slice cooked chicken.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice or greens, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or dill before serving.
Notes
- Swap rice for quinoa or couscous for variation.
- Add roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for extra flavor.
- Replace chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegan option.
- Use green or black olives if Kalamata olives are unavailable.
- Store chicken and rice separately; add veggies and tzatziki fresh before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
