Description
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the sun-drenched regions of the Mediterranean with this delectable Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl. Bursting with fresh ingredients, bold seasonings, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, this dish is a riot of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cup cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl, add the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours for even deeper flavor).
2. Preheat your cooking surface over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until it’s cooked through. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it.
3. In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and fresh dill. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Divide the cooked rice among your serving bowls, then top each with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle the tzatziki sauce over the top and finish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
Consider adding roasted vegetables for an extra nutrient boost. You could also swap out the rice for quinoa or couscous for a different texture and flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams