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Greek Chicken Bowl

A vibrant and wholesome bowl filled with juicy grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, fresh veggies, and tangy lemon dressing, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 2 pieces lemons (juiced; don't forget to zest one, too)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic (minced) Fresh is best!
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl
  • 1 1/2 cups quinoa (uncooked)
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 piece English cucumber (diced)
  • 4 pieces Roma tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 medium red onion (diced)
  • 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 cup kalamata olives (pitted)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 ½ cups of quinoa under cold water. Place in a small saucepan with 2 cups of water and a generous pinch of salt. Simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook for about 12–15 minutes or until tender. Drain if necessary and set aside to cool.
  2. Combine the marinade ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil, juice of 2 lemons, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ tablespoon lemon zest, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, along with kosher salt and pepper. Shake or stir to emulsify.
  3. Pour about a third of the marinade over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Keep the remaining marinade separate for drizzling later.
Cooking
  1. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Assembly
  1. Divide the cooled quinoa evenly among four bowls. Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it atop the quinoa, followed by diced cucumber, chopped tomatoes, and diced red onion.
  2. Top each bowl with crumbled feta and kalamata olives. Drizzle with the reserved dressing just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 750mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4g

Notes

Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) enhances the flavor. Experiment with the marinade by adding paprika or white wine vinegar. Grilled veggies like bell peppers or zucchini can add more flavor.

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