Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls for Energizing Meals

Why make this recipe

Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls are perfect if you’re looking for a healthy and energizing meal. They are loaded with protein, thanks to the chicken and yogurt, which helps to fuel your day. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy tzatziki sauce adds great flavor and nutrition. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in less than an hour, making it an excellent option for busy weeknights or meal prep.

How to make Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1/3 cup olive oil (plus 1 tbsp for tzatziki)
• 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 1/2 tbsp honey
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp basil
• 1 tsp salt (plus 1/4 tsp for tzatziki)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup yogurt (plain full-fat Greek)
• 3/4 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
• 1 tsp garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (for tzatziki)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tbsp dill (freshly chopped)
• 2 cups rice (cooked according to package directions)
• 2 cups tomatoes (halved or diced)
• 2 cups cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 4 cups lettuce (chopped)
• 1 cup onion (thinly sliced)
• 3/4 cup feta (crumbled)

Directions

1. Marinade Preparation: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Cover and let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

2. Tzatziki Preparation: In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and dill. Mix well. Cover and set aside in the fridge.

3. Cooking: After marinating the chicken, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 8-10 minutes until it’s fully cooked and golden brown.

How to serve Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

To serve, start with a base of cooked rice in each bowl. Add the grilled chicken pieces on top, then layer with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and lettuce. Finally, drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy your vibrant and hearty meal!

How to store Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the tzatziki sauce separate to maintain the freshness of the vegetables and prevent them from getting soggy.

Tips to make Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

• For extra flavor, you can grill the chicken instead of cooking it on the stovetop.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or olives for more variety.
• If you prefer a different grain, quinoa or couscous works well as a base.

Variation

You can switch the chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein choice. Both alternatives will work well with the Greek flavors.

FAQs

1. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can marinate the chicken and prepare the tzatziki sauce a day ahead. Just assemble the bowls when you’re ready to eat.

2. Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, if you use gluten-free rice, the entire recipe will be gluten-free.

3. Can I freeze the leftovers?
Yes, you can freeze the cooked chicken separately. However, the fresh vegetables and tzatziki are best enjoyed fresh.

Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

A healthy and energizing meal loaded with protein, fresh vegetables, and tangy tzatziki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Chicken Marinade

• 1 lb chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1/3 cup olive oil (plus 1 tbsp for tzatziki)
• 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 1/2 tbsp honey
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp basil
• 1 tsp salt (plus 1/4 tsp for tzatziki)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

For the Tzatziki Sauce

• 1 cup yogurt (plain full-fat Greek)
• 3/4 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
• 1 tsp garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (for tzatziki)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tbsp dill (freshly chopped)

For Serving

• 2 cups rice (cooked according to package directions)
• 2 cups tomatoes (halved or diced)
• 2 cups cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 4 cups lettuce (chopped)
• 1 cup onion (thinly sliced)
• 3/4 cup feta (crumbled)

Method

 

Marinade Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade. Cover and let it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Tzatziki Preparation

1. In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and dill.
2. Mix well. Cover and set aside in the fridge.

Cooking

1. After marinating the chicken, heat a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 8-10 minutes until it’s fully cooked and golden brown.

Serving

1. To serve, start with a base of cooked rice in each bowl.
2. Add the grilled chicken pieces on top, then layer with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and lettuce.
3. Finally, drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy your vibrant and hearty meal!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the tzatziki sauce separate to maintain the freshness of the vegetables and prevent them from getting soggy.