Greek Chicken Bowl
A vibrant and hearty bowl combining grilled chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, topped with homemade tzatziki, perfect for lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa Rinse before cooking to remove bitterness.
- 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced Use thin-sliced, well-grilled chicken for best flavor.
- 1 cucumber, diced English cucumbers are ideal for their fewer seeds.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil Extra-virgin olive oil preferred for flavor.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to taste.
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Use full-fat for creaminess.
- 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber Squeeze excess moisture before adding.
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- to taste Salt and black pepper To season.
Instructions
Combine the base ingredients
- In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa first to form a stable base.
- Layer in the sliced grilled chicken, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and diced bell peppers.
- Gently fluff the quinoa with a fork before adding other ingredients.
Dress and season
- Drizzle a couple of tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over the assembled bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper, then let sit for one minute to marry.
- Taste for seasoning after a quick toss.
Toss to combine
- Toss the mixture gently with tongs or spoons until evenly distributed.
- If making ahead, keep chicken separate until serving.
Make the tzatziki
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, finely diced cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped dill.
- Stir until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
Serve and garnish
- Spoon tzatziki over each bowl and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
Notes
Grill chicken with high heat for the best texture. Quinoa should be cooked in salted water for flavor. Storage: Bowl components can be stored separately for optimal freshness.