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Greek Chicken Bowls: The Ultimate Healthy Meal Prep Recipe

These Greek Chicken Bowls are the ultimate healthy meal prep recipe! Packed with juicy lemon-herb chicken, fluffy quinoa, fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, they are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or easy lunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Greek Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For the Bowls
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, 3 cloves of minced garlic, oregano, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Add the cubed chicken and toss until it's fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions. Typically, this involves simmering 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water for about 15 minutes. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.
  3. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and squeeze firmly to remove as much excess water as possible. In a small bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove minced garlic, fresh dill, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C). Remove from skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before dicing.
  5. To build your Greek Chicken Bowls, divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top with the chopped romaine lettuce, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Drizzle each bowl generously with the homemade tzatziki sauce and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalProtein: 45gFat: 25gFiber: 8g

Notes

Meal Prep Tip: Store all components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Assemble the bowls just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
Low-Carb Option: Substitute the quinoa with cauliflower rice or a bed of mixed greens to lower the carbohydrate count.
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