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Greek Chicken Bowls

Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls for a Fresh Mediterranean Feast

Enjoy these Greek Chicken Bowls that blend fresh ingredients in a delightful meal, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Substitute with turkey or shrimp for variety
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use avocado oil as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Substitute with vinegar if necessary
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended; use garlic powder as backup
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 medium Cucumber Swap with zucchini for low-carb option
  • 1 cup Yogurt Greek yogurt is preferred; alternatives include dairy-free yogurt
For the Base
  • 1 cup Rice or Quinoa Use couscous or a grain of choice for variation
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Fresh Vegetables Customize with your favorite veggies
For the Tzatziki Flavoring
  • Tzatziki Ingredients Typically includes yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill; adjust seasoning based on taste

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • Cooking Pot
  • Grater
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for the marinade. Pound the chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thick, marinate for at least 30 minutes.
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  2. Prepare the tzatziki by grating the cucumber and squeezing out excess moisture. Combine cucumber, yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
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  3. Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
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Cooking
  1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Arrange marinated chicken in the basket and cook for 7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until done.
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  2. Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
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Assembly
  1. Assemble the Greek Chicken Bowls by placing rice or quinoa at the bottom, topping with sliced chicken, fresh vegetables, and tzatziki. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then enjoy.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize ingredients as per taste. For meal prep, store chicken and tzatziki separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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