Fresh, protein-packed Greek chicken bowls with lemon herb chicken, fluffy grains, crunchy veggies, and creamy homemade tzatziki — perfect for clean eating and meal prep.
For the chicken marinade:
1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the bowls:
2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/3 cup crumbled feta (optional)
1/4 cup Kalamata olives (optional)
For the tzatziki:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and water squeezed out
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
Salt to taste
Combine marinade ingredients and add chicken. Marinate 30 mins to overnight.
Grill, pan-fry, or bake chicken until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
Cook rice or quinoa and let cool.
Prepare chopped vegetables and tzatziki.
Assemble bowls with grains, chicken, veggies, and a dollop of tzatziki. Top with feta and olives if using