Name: Juicy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Rice
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces); 1/3 cup olive oil; 1.5 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 whole lemon); 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp honey; 1.5 tsp garlic powder; 2.5 tsp oregano; 2 tsp basil; 1.25 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed of excess liquid); 1.5 tbsp lemon juice; 1.5 tbsp olive oil; 1.5 tsp garlic (finely minced); 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tbsp dill (freshly chopped for best flavor); 2 cups cooked rice; 2.5 cups tomatoes (diced into 1/2-inch pieces); 2 cups cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces); 4 cups lettuce (torn or chopped); 1 cup red onion (thinly sliced); 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled); 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

Juicy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Rice

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Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this Juicy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Rice. This vibrant dish features tender marinated chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this bowl is not only delicious but also nutritious. Packed with lean protein and wholesome ingredients, it’s customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether for a family gathering or a cozy night in, this chicken bowl is sure to impress with its delightful blend of zesty flavors and textures.

Author: Georgia
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Dinner
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1/3 cup olive oil
1.5 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 whole lemon)
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
1.5 tsp garlic powder
2.5 tsp oregano
2 tsp basil
1.25 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed of excess liquid)
1.5 tbsp lemon juice
1.5 tbsp olive oil
1.5 tsp garlic (finely minced)
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp dill (freshly chopped for best flavor)
2 cups cooked rice
2.5 cups tomatoes (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
2 cups cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
4 cups lettuce (torn or chopped)
1 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon zest and juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare tzatziki sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dill. Chill until ready to use.
Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken for 8–10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Assemble the bowl: Layer cooked rice at the bottom of bowls topped with grilled chicken and fresh veggies. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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