Healthy Greek Chicken Grain Bowls

These Healthy Greek Chicken Grain Bowls are packed with flavorful grilled chicken, quinoa, fresh vegetables, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing. A delicious and nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner!
Healthy Greek Chicken Grain Bowls
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Instructions


1.

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

2.

Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.

3.

In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.

4.

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

5.

Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6.

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice or dice into bite-sized pieces.

7.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the lemon-herb dressing.

8.

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese (if using), parsley, and dill.

9.

Add the sliced grilled chicken to the bowl.

10.

Pour the lemon-herb dressing over the bowl and toss gently to combine.

11.

Divide the mixture into bowls and serve immediately. You can also chill the bowls for a refreshing cold meal.


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Notes


1.

For meal prep, you can prepare the quinoa, chicken, and dressing ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the bowls just before serving.

2.

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to customize your bowl.

3.

If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet on the stovetop.

Category


• Main Course, Bowls (Greek)

Keywords


Greek chicken grain bowl quinoa healthy recipe Mediterranean diet chicken bowl lemon-herb dressing

Dietary


Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free grains) Dairy-Free (option to omit feta) High-Protein

Calories Per Serving


• Approximately 550-650 calories

Cook Time


• 25 minutes (Easy)

Total Time


• 45 minutes

Equipment


  • • Grill or Grill Pan
  • • Mixing Bowls
  • • Cutting Board
  • • Knife
  • • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Approx. Cost


• 12-15

Ingredients


For the Chicken:

  • • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Pounded to 1/2-inch thickness for even cooking)
  • • 2 tbsp Olive oil (Extra virgin)
  • • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
  • • 1 tbsp Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed)
  • • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • • 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
  • • 1/2 tsp Salt (Or to taste)
  • • 1/4 tsp Black pepper (Or to taste)

For the Grain Bowls:

  • • 1 cup Quinoa (Uncooked)
  • • 2 cups Vegetable broth (Or water)
  • • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (Halved)
  • • 1 Cucumber (Peeled, seeded, and diced)
  • • 1/2 Red onion (Thinly sliced)
  • • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (Pitted and halved)
  • • 4 oz Feta cheese (Crumbled (optional))
  • • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (Chopped)
  • • 1/4 cup Fresh dill (Chopped)

For the Lemon-Herb Dressing:

  • • 1/4 cup Olive oil (Extra virgin)
  • • 3 tbsp Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed)
  • • 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • • 1 clove Garlic (Minced)
  • • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • • 1/2 tsp Salt (Or to taste)
  • • 1/4 tsp Black pepper (Or to taste)

Variations


  • • Serve with a side of pita bread or hummus.
  • • Pair with a light Greek salad.
  • • Enjoy with a glass of crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc.