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Vibrant Greek Chicken Bowls (Easy Meal Prep Recipe)

Discover the ultimate Greek Chicken Bowls, a vibrant and flavor-packed meal perfect for your weekly meal prep. This recipe is an excellent choice for anyone searching for healthy dinner recipes protein, combining tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. It's a simple, wholesome, and delicious way to bring Mediterranean sunshine to your dinner table.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Keyword: air fryer chicken recipe, Greek Chicken Bowls, healthy dinner recipes protein, meal prep bowls, tzatziki sauce
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 590kcal

Ingredients 

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1.25 pounds chicken breasts about 4 small, boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups rice or quinoa cooked
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes halved, or cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups cucumber diced
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled

For the Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber grated and squeezed of excess water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped

Instructions

  • Create the marinade by whisking together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a medium mixing bowl until fully combined.
  • Prepare the chicken by pounding the breasts to a uniform 1/2-inch thickness. Place the chicken in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag, pour the marinade over it, and ensure it's fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Mix the tzatziki sauce by combining the plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh dill in a separate bowl. Stir well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Prepare the bowl components by cooking your rice or quinoa according to the package directions. While it cooks, chop all your fresh vegetables for the bowls.
  • Cook the chicken by preheating your air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Assemble the bowls after letting the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it against the grain. Build your Greek Chicken Bowls by layering the cooked rice or quinoa, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sliced chicken. Top with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce and crumbled feta cheese before serving.

Equipment

  • Air fryer or skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours. If you don't have an air fryer, you can cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side. Squeezing the excess moisture from the grated cucumber is key to a thick, creamy tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 590kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 820mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2.5mg