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Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Tzatziki

Savor Every Bite of Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Tzatziki

Delight in the Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Creamy Tzatziki, a healthy yet indulgent meal filled with vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill or Skillet
  • Medium Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Bowl

  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice acts as the perfect base for soaking up flavors
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs tender and juicy
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil adds richness
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano brings Mediterranean flavor
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder offers depth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds smokiness
  • to taste salt essential for flavor
  • to taste pepper essential for flavor
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes juicy bursts of sweetness
  • 1 medium cucumber refreshing crunch
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese adds creamy tang
  • 1 small red onion provides sharpness
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley for garnish

For the Creamy Tzatziki

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt base for the sauce
  • 1 small cucumber grated and squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil enriches texture
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar for zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill infuses herbiness
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning

Instructions
 

Marinating & Cooking

  • Marinate the chicken thighs with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, white vinegar, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
  • Cook marinated chicken on a grill or skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Let rest and slice.
  • Assemble the bowls with basmati rice, sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, feta, and onion.
  • Drizzle tzatziki over the bowls and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, in-season vegetables for the best flavor and customize toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Creamy Tzatziki, Greek Chicken Rice Bowl, healthy meals, Mediterranean flavors, weeknight dinner
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