Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy-to-make Chicken Bowl. Packed with juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing, this dish is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a nutritional powerhouse. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it combines fresh ingredients like tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese to create a colorful and satisfying meal. Whether you’re enjoying it for lunch or dinner, this Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is versatile and customizable, allowing you to swap in your favorite grains or veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cucumber (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or oven to bake at the same temperature.
- Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Alternatively, bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
- While cooking, chop cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble bowls by layering chopped vegetables, sliced chicken breast, olives, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and oregano dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg