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Greek Chicken Bowls Recipe

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A fresh and vibrant Greek Chicken Bowl featuring marinated, air-fried chicken breast served over a bed of rice or quinoa with crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and homemade tzatziki sauce. This healthy and flavorful bowl combines Mediterranean ingredients for a quick, nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade

  • 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Bowl

  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
  • 2 cups diced cucumber
  • 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese

For the Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber, drained
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, coating them thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors infuse.
  3. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh dill. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Cook the Grain and Prep Veggies: Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. While the grain cooks, chop the grape tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the red onion, and shred the romaine lettuce.
  5. Air Fry the Chicken: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Place the marinated chicken breasts in the basket in a single layer. Cook for approximately 10 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: In each serving bowl, start with a base of cooked rice or quinoa. Add shredded romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and sliced chicken on top. Sprinkle with feta cheese and finish with a generous dollop of the homemade tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • For best results, drain the grated cucumber well before adding to the tzatziki to prevent watery sauce.
  • You can substitute quinoa for rice for a gluten-free or higher-protein option.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes in the marinade to your preferred spice level.
  • Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To make it a complete meal, add olives or a side of pita bread if desired.

Keywords: Greek chicken bowl, air fryer chicken, tzatziki sauce, Mediterranean bowl, healthy chicken recipe, grilled chicken alternative

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