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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 featuring lemony marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a smooth, creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a fresh, satisfying meal with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • ½ medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • Optional: Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the peeled and seeded cucumber finely. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 5-10 minutes to draw out moisture. Squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel. Mix cucumber with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill in the fridge.
  3. Cook the Grain: Prepare rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken strips in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Cook in batches if needed.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked grain among bowls. Top with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chopped cucumber, and optional olives or feta. Spoon creamy tzatziki over the top and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  6. Final Touch: Add an extra squeeze of lemon juice or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Notes

Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber to keep tzatziki sauce creamy. Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to get a nice sear. Rest chicken a few minutes before slicing to lock in moisture. For dairy-free tzatziki, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond-based yogurt.

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