Description
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with this flavorful and wholesome Chicken Pita Bowl. Juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy whipped feta sauce come together in a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients for Marinated Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Whipped Feta Sauce:
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill
- Black pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 2 pita breads, cut into wedges
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chickpeas
- 1/4 cup olives
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-cook the chicken over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- Prepare the Whipped Feta Sauce: In a blender or bowl, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bowl: Warm the pita wedges. Assemble the bowl with rice or quinoa as the base. Add sliced chicken, pita wedges, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, chickpeas, and olives.
- Drizzle with Sauce and Garnish: Drizzle generously with whipped feta sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is customizable – feel free to add your favorite Mediterranean-inspired ingredients!
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with grilled vegetables or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
