Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Protein-Packed Greek Chicken Power Bowl with Tzatziki, a nutritious meal perfect for any occasion. This delicious bowl features tender grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce made from yogurt, garlic, and dill. It’s a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp chopped dill
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken in marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with double the amount of water (1 cup quinoa to 2 cups water). Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Grill chicken: Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of at least 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Layer cooked quinoa as the base in serving bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken and add diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and slivers of red onion. Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken for at least one hour for enhanced flavor. Customize by adding bell peppers or spinach based on preference. For meal prep, store components separately in airtight containers.