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Lemon-Herb Chicken Dinner Bowl

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A quick and easy 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken marinated in fresh lemon juice and herbs, served over grains with fresh vegetables for a wholesome, flavorful dinner bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml)
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste (about 1 tsp / 5 g)
  • Black pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp / 2.5 g)
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa, brown rice, or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • Optional toppings: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts, tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  3. Cook your choice of grains according to package instructions (e.g., rinse quinoa and simmer in 2 cups water for about 15 minutes until fluffy).
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.
  5. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  6. While chicken rests, halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and roughly chop baby spinach or other greens.
  7. Slice chicken thinly and arrange over cooked grains. Top with fresh vegetables.
  8. Add optional toppings such as crumbled feta cheese, toasted pine nuts, or a dollop of tzatziki. Drizzle leftover marinade or tzatziki over the bowl if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes for best flavor; longer marinating up to 2 hours is better but avoid over 8 hours to prevent ‘cooking’ the chicken with lemon juice. Pat chicken dry before cooking to avoid steaming. Let chicken rest after cooking for juicier slices. Swap grains for cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Use fresh herbs for best flavor; dried herbs can be used at one-third the amount. Dairy-free options include skipping feta and tzatziki or substituting with avocado.

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