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Flavorful Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe with Easy Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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A quick and easy Greek chicken bowl recipe featuring marinated chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep with bold Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 large cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley or mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken pieces and toss well to coat. Cover and let it marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  2. While the chicken marinates, grate the cucumber finely and squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. In a smaller bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy and set aside in the fridge to chill.
  3. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips in a single layer and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
  4. Spoon warm cooked rice or your chosen grain into bowls. Arrange cooked chicken on top, then add halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Dollop generous spoonfuls of the creamy tzatziki sauce over everything. Garnish with fresh parsley or mint leaves.
  5. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side. Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on the chicken before serving to enhance flavor.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes for noticeable flavor; longer marinating (up to 2 hours) enhances taste. Pat chicken dry before cooking for better sear. Cook chicken in batches to avoid steaming. Squeeze cucumber well to prevent watery tzatziki. Use fresh garlic finely minced for best flavor. Tzatziki sauce is best made fresh or chilled for up to a day. Store components separately for meal prep and reheat gently.

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