Description
Juicy, herb-kissed chicken over grains, vibrant veggies, creamy feta, and tangy tzatziki. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or feel-good lunches.
Ingredients
Chicken & Marinade:
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp dried oregano
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Bowl Components:
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1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup cucumber, diced
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½ cup kalamata olives, sliced
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 tbsp tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Add-Ons:
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Hummus, thinly sliced red onion, fresh dill or parsley, warm pita wedges
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate Chicken
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Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Coat chicken; let sit 15 min at room temp or up to 4 hours in fridge.
2️⃣ Cook Base Grain
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Prepare rice or quinoa per package instructions (broth adds extra flavor).
3️⃣ Cook Chicken
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Grill, sear in hot skillet, or bake at 400°F (18–22 min) until 165°F internal.
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Let rest 5 min, then slice against the grain.
4️⃣ Prep Veggies
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Halve tomatoes, dice cucumber, slice olives, crumble feta.
5️⃣ Assemble Bowls
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Start with a scoop of grain.
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Layer sliced chicken, veggies, and olives.
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Crumble feta on top, drizzle tzatziki, and garnish with herbs.
Notes
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Use shallow bowls for beautiful presentation.
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For meal prep, layer grain → chicken → hard veggies. Keep tzatziki, olives, and feta separate until eating.
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Warm pita wedges on the side for scooping.