Description
A vibrant and satisfying bowl packed with Mediterranean flavors. Grilled lemon-herb chicken, fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, creamy tzatziki, and tangy feta come together for a nutritious and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cucumber, diced (for tzatziki)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated (for tzatziki)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for tzatziki)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- While chicken marinates, cook quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring quinoa and chicken broth to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Make tzatziki: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, dill, mint, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- Assemble bowls: Divide quinoa among four bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Add a dollop of tzatziki and sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken marinade. Feel free to swap quinoa with brown rice or farro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean