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Greek Chicken Bowls

A delightful bowl bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, featuring tender grilled chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of crunchy vegetables, topped with tangy feta cheese and zesty olives.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast Make sure it is halal-compliant.
Grains
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa Prepare according to package instructions.
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 unit cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 unit red onion, thinly sliced
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
Seasonings & Oils
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Plus 1 tbsp for cooking the chicken.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste unit Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by slicing the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Preparing the Base
  1. While the chicken is cooking, prepare your rice or quinoa according to the package instructions if you haven’t already.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle with a little olive oil and the lemon juice. Toss to coat.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. In individual serving bowls, place a layer of rice or quinoa, followed by the cooked chicken. Top with the mixed veggies, a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, and Kalamata olives.
  2. Serve the bowls warm, and enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors in each bite!

Notes

Substitutions: For a different flavor, swap the chicken for ground turkey or use chickpeas for a vegetarian option. Ensure that your chicken is cooked properly, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. For best results, have all your ingredients prepped before you start cooking.