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Easy Greek Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe in 40 Minutes

Greek Chicken Rice Bowl
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A flavorful Greek-inspired chicken rice bowl with grilled chicken, fresh cucumber tomato salad, and creamy tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 pita breads, cut into wedges
  • Extra crumbled feta, optional
  • Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken breasts and toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Stir the cooked rice with the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
  7. To make the salad, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  8. To make the tzatziki, stir together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  9. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes per side, then cut it into wedges.
  10. Divide the rice among four bowls. Add the sliced Greek chicken, cucumber tomato feta salad, tzatziki sauce, and warm pita wedges.
  11. Garnish with extra feta and parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs for best taste.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.

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Keywords: Greek Chicken Rice Bowl, Mediterranean Chicken Bowl, Grilled Chicken and Rice, Feta Cucumber Salad, Healthy Greek Dinner, Easy Chicken Meal Prep

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