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Three vibrant Greek Chicken Bowls are neatly arranged, each featuring grilled chicken, rice, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, and a dollop of creamy tzatziki.

Mediterranean Greek Chicken Bowls

Enjoy a vibrant and wholesome Mediterranean Greek Chicken Bowl featuring tender, lemon-oregano marinated chicken, fluffy quinoa, and a refreshing Greek salad all drizzled with creamy homemade tzatziki.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for marinade
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice for marinade
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt for chicken marinade
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper for chicken marinade
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt for quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced, for salad
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber grated and squeezed dry, for tzatziki
  • 1 clove garlic minced, for tzatziki
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice for tzatziki
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped, for tzatziki
  • 1/4 tsp salt for tzatziki
  • pinch black pepper for tzatziki
  • 4 lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet or Grill Pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  2. Add the cubed chicken breasts to the marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for best flavor.
  3. While the chicken marinates, combine the rinsed quinoa, water (or broth), and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  4. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed dry cucumber, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Set aside.
  6. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C).
  7. Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl generously with the cooked Greek chicken.
  8. Spoon the prepared Greek salad topping over the chicken and quinoa. Dollop a generous amount of tzatziki on top. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge and serve immediately.

Notes

For meal prep, store chicken, quinoa, salad topping, and tzatziki in separate containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Assemble bowls just before serving. Feel free to add other fresh vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to your salad mix. If you prefer a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.