Description
This Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Power Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious meal featuring marinated grilled chicken served over a base of brown rice or quinoa. Topped with fresh vegetables, tangy feta, and homemade tzatziki sauce, this recipe combines bold Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying and healthy bowl perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup pickled red onions
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, finely grated and drained
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or mint
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the marinade base.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the boneless skinless chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let the chicken sit for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the chicken: Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest and slice the chicken: Allow the cooked chicken to rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips for serving.
- Prepare the tzatziki: In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt with finely grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill or mint, and salt. Stir well and chill the tzatziki until ready to serve.
- Assemble the bowl: Place cooked brown rice or quinoa as the base in each serving bowl.
- Add toppings: Top the grain base with sliced grilled chicken, pickled red onions, halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Finish and garnish: Add a generous spoonful of the chilled tzatziki sauce on top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve or store: Serve the bowls immediately for the best flavor and texture, or store the components separately for meal prep and assemble when ready to eat.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for longer, up to overnight, for more intense flavor.
- Grilling adds a smoky flavor, but pan-searing is a convenient alternative.
- Drain the grated cucumber well to prevent watery tzatziki.
- Use quinoa instead of brown rice for a gluten-free option.
- Store leftovers in separate containers to keep ingredients fresh longer.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken bowl, grilled chicken recipe, healthy chicken bowl, power bowl, tzatziki sauce, chicken and quinoa bowl, Mediterranean diet dinner
