A vibrant bowl featuring grilled chicken, crisp veggies, creamy tzatziki, and fluffy rice with Mediterranean flavors.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Tzatziki Sauce
10 - 7 oz Greek yogurt, 2% or 0% fat
11 - 1/2 medium cucumber, grated with excess liquid squeezed out
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
17 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Bowl Components
18 - 1 cup cooked brown or white rice
19 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
20 - 1 large tomato, diced
21 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
22 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
23 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
24 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
02 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Thread marinated chicken onto skewers if grilling, or prepare for stovetop cooking in a grill pan or skillet.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with grilled chicken, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
06 - Spoon tzatziki sauce over each bowl or serve on the side. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired and serve immediately.
