Greek Chicken Bowls: Easy, Flavorful Meals for Every Home Chef
A delicious and nutritious recipe for Greek Chicken Bowls, perfect for quick meals at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and no longer pink inside.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the quinoa and chop the vegetables.
- In a bowl, combine quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, olives, and parsley.
- After removing the chicken from the grill, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- To assemble, place a scoop of the quinoa mixture in a bowl, top with sliced chicken and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Add a dollop of tzatziki sauce for a creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken Bowls, Healthy Meals, Quick Dinners, Chicken Recipes