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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl with rice and tzatziki

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl

This Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl is a vibrant, healthy meal that brings together tender grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, fluffy rice, and creamy herbed yogurt sauce. Perfect for lunch or a low-carb dinner idea.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 large chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Bowl
  • 2 cups cooked white rice or brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber sliced
  • 1 cup mixed lettuce leaves
  • For the Herbed Yogurt Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Grill or skillet, mixing bowls, cutting board, knife, whisk

Method
 

  1. Instructions
  2. Marinate the Chicken
  3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor).
  4. Grill the Chicken
  5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked and nicely charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  6. Prepare the Yogurt Sauce
  7. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth. Set aside.
  8. Assemble the Bowls
  9. In each bowl, add a scoop of cooked rice as the base. Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, onions, cucumber, and lettuce.
  10. Drizzle the Sauce
  11. Generously spoon the herbed yogurt sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
  12. Serve Immediately
  13. Garnish with extra dill or parsley if desired. Serve fresh.

Notes

Notes
You can substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a keto-friendly option. Feel free to adjust herbs and spices according to taste.