Description
This Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Power Bowl with Herb Feta & Tzatziki is a vibrant and flavorful meal that combines juicy marinated chicken with fresh vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and tangy tzatziki sauce over a base of rice or quinoa. Packed with Mediterranean flavors, it’s a satisfying and nutritious dish perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Herb Feta
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of black pepper
For the Tzatziki
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, finely grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- Pinch of salt
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)
For the Bowl Base
- 1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce or spinach
For the Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted vegetables (zucchini, peppers, eggplant)
- 1/4 cup olives (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 20–30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 8–10 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Herb Feta: In a small bowl, mix feta with olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, oregano, and black pepper.
- Make the Tzatziki: In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and water until smooth.
- Assemble the Bowl: Prepare bowl base with rice, quinoa, or couscous and greens. Add cooked chicken on top. Layer cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, roasted vegetables, and olives. Add herb feta and drizzle tzatziki generously.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately as a hearty, nutrient-packed meal.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings based on your preferences, adding or omitting ingredients as desired.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
- For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
