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Healthy High-Protein Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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A wholesome, protein-packed Greek chicken bowl featuring juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for quick meals, meal prep, and satisfying healthy eating.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or 1 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt, full-fat
  • ½ cucumber, peeled and grated (excess water squeezed out)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or substitute fresh mint)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or extra dill for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  2. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate.
  3. Cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Avoid overcrowding.
  5. While chicken cooks, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, chop cucumber, and slice olives.
  6. Divide cooked grains between bowls. Top with cooked chicken, fresh veggies, olives, and a dollop of tzatziki. Sprinkle with feta and garnish with parsley or dill.
  7. Add a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not marinate chicken longer than 2 hours to avoid ‘cooking’ the meat with lemon juice. Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber to prevent runny tzatziki. Use a hot pan to get a good sear on chicken. Tzatziki can be made a day ahead and kept chilled. Pat chicken dry before marinating for better crust.

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Keywords: Greek chicken bowl, high-protein, tzatziki sauce, healthy meal, meal prep, Mediterranean, quick dinner

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