Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Tzatziki

Name: Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Tzatziki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup basmati rice, uncooked; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 English cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup Kalamata olives; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 3 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

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Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant and satisfying Greek Chicken Rice Bowl. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a blend of garlic, lemon, oregano, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection. Served over a fluffy bed of lemon-herb rice with crisp cucumbers, briny Kalamata olives, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onions. The bowl is crowned with a generous dollop of cool, homemade tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and cucumber. This bowl is a perfect balance of warm and cool, savory and fresh, making it an ideal high-protein meal for busy weeknights or impressive weekend meals. It's easily customizable and fantastic for meal prep, aligning with the growing trend of macro-friendly, flavor-forward bowls.

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A colorful Greek chicken rice bowl with grilled chicken, rice, vegetables, and tzatziki sauce on a modern plate

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time25 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Grill pan or skilletMixing bowlsSaucepan

Instructions

1
Marinate chicken thighs with 2 tbsp olive oil, half the lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
2
Cook rice according to package instructions, stirring in lemon zest and a pinch of salt.
3
For tzatziki, combine Greek yogurt, half the diced cucumber, remaining garlic, dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill.
4
Heat grill pan over medium-high. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
5
Assemble bowls: rice, sliced chicken, remaining cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and red onion. Top with tzatziki and a drizzle of olive oil.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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