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Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe

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These Greek Chicken Bowls are a fresh and flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week. Featuring marinated chicken cooked to juicy perfection in the air fryer, served over a bed of rice or quinoa with crisp veggies, tangy feta, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, this recipe combines vibrant Mediterranean flavors with simple, healthy ingredients for a satisfying bowl.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

  • 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
  • 2 cups diced cucumber
  • 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber (about 1 small cucumber, seeded)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for consistent cooking, then coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  3. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh dill. Mix until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Prepare the Base and Veggies: Cook the rice or quinoa according to package instructions. While it cooks, chop the grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, shredded romaine lettuce, and slice the red onion to prepare the fresh vegetables for the bowl.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Place the marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. In serving bowls, layer the cooked rice or quinoa, romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion. Top with sliced chicken, crumbled feta cheese, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for longer, up to 4 hours, for more intense flavor.
  • Use leftover cooked rice or quinoa to save time.
  • For a dairy-free option, omit feta and use a dairy-free yogurt for tzatziki.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, you can grill or pan-sear the chicken instead.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes amount to control the heat level.

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