Description
These Greek Chicken Bowls are a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner option blending smoky grilled chicken with fresh vegetables, plant-based cheese, and vibrant Mediterranean seasonings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe offers a balanced meal with protein, fiber, and healthy fats that is customizable to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (natural)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
Grain Base
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa, cooked
Fresh Vegetables
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup plant-based cheese (plant-based), crumbled
- Extra lemon juice (natural), for drizzling
- Extra olive oil (natural), for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), lemon juice (natural), garlic powder (natural), oregano (natural), salt, and pepper. Add sliced chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken slices for 4-5 minutes on each side until thoroughly cooked and slightly charred on the edges, releasing a smoky aroma.
- Prepare the Grain Base: While the chicken cooks, steam or cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions until fluffy and tender.
- Chop Fresh Veggies: Dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onions, and pit and quarter Kalamata olives. Set aside for assembly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a scoop of the cooked grains in each bowl. Layer on grilled chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onions, olives, and sprinkle with plant-based cheese (plant-based). Drizzle with additional lemon juice (natural) and olive oil (natural) if desired for extra brightness and moisture.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for up to 1 hour to deepen flavor.
- Use fresh oregano or parsley for enhanced herb freshness.
- Avoid overcooking chicken to maintain juiciness and tenderness.
- Include crunchy cucumbers and creamy plant-based cheese (plant-based) for textural balance.
- Chill fresh vegetables before assembling for refreshing bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Greek chicken bowls, healthy dinner, Mediterranean recipe, plant-based cheese, quick meal, gluten free, grain bowl, grilled chicken
