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Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls Recipe

Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls are a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring marinated chicken, fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, tangy tzatziki sauce, and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Rice Bowls:

  • 3 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • Fresh dill for garnish

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and olive oil. Chill until ready to use.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta cheese. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh dill. Serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for the base.
  • For meal prep, store ingredients separately and assemble bowls just before eating.
  • Add sliced avocado or hummus for extra richness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg