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Easy Flavor-Packed Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe with Homemade Tzatziki

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A quick and satisfying Greek chicken bowl recipe featuring spiced chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ large cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, chopped
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Peel and grate half a cucumber. Drain excess water using a fine strainer or clean towel. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, drained cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well and chill until serving.
  3. Heat a non-stick or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts 5-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and pit olives if needed. Warm cooked rice or quinoa if refrigerated.
  5. Assemble bowls starting with rice or quinoa, then layer sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and a dollop of tzatziki. Sprinkle with feta and garnish with parsley or mint.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor but no longer than 4 hours to avoid texture changes. Drain grated cucumber well to prevent watery tzatziki. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy. Cook chicken in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.

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