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Mediterranean Chicken Power Bowl with Yogurt Feta Sauce Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Power Bowl with Yogurt Feta Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Mediterranean

Description

This Mediterranean Chicken Power Bowl with Yogurt Feta Sauce is a delicious and healthy meal option that combines flavorful marinated chicken with a creamy yogurt feta sauce, served over a base of rice, quinoa, or couscous and topped with fresh vegetables.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cubed or sliced
  • 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 Yogurt Feta Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 23 tablespoons water (to thin)
  • Pinch of salt

For the Bowl Base

  • 1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olives (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra feta crumbles

Instructions

  1. 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 if possible.
  2. 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.
  3. Prepare the Yogurt Feta Sauce: In a blender or bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, water, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Create a base of rice, quinoa, or couscous in serving bowls.
  5. Add Toppings: Top the base with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, lettuce, and olives if using.
  6. Drizzle with Sauce: Generously drizzle the yogurt feta sauce over the assembled bowls.
  7. Finish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra feta crumbles. Serve immediately while fresh and warm.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 38g