Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is a delightful, wholesome meal that perfectly balances flavors, textures, and bright colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup sliced Kalamata olives
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to create a marinade.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the quinoa or couscous according to package instructions and set aside.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken breasts for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for a couple of minutes, then slice into strips.
- Assemble bowls with cooked quinoa or couscous at the bottom, followed by sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion.
- Top each bowl with crumbled feta cheese and olives, and sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
This bowl is excellent for meal prep; store ingredients separately to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Protein: 45 g