Description
Mediterranean Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl is a fresh and vibrant meal featuring juicy lemon-herb chicken served over fluffy grains with crisp vegetables, briny olives, feta cheese, and a creamy yogurt dill sauce. It’s a balanced and satisfying dish perfect for meal prep or wholesome dinners.
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the bowls:
- 3 cups cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the marinade and let rest for at least 20 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden. Let rest, then slice into strips.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
- Divide cooked quinoa or rice among serving bowls.
- Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle yogurt sauce over the top and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or baked salmon.
- Add arugula or spinach for extra greens.
- Use dairy-free yogurt and omit feta for a dairy-free option.
- Store components separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat chicken and grains before assembling; keep sauce chilled until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
