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High-Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

A colorful and nutritious dish featuring marinated chicken, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables, all served over fluffy quinoa or brown rice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Assembling the Bowls
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 whole cucumber, diced
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup quinoa or brown rice, cooked (follow package instructions)

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let them soak for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C). Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Quinoa/Rice
  1. While the chicken is cooking, prepare your quinoa or brown rice by following package instructions. Fluff with a fork once done.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. Start with a base of quinoa or brown rice in each bowl. Top with sliced chicken, diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Finish with a generous dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve
  1. Serve and enjoy your High-Protein Greek Chicken Bowls!

Notes

Substitutions: Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or a plant-based protein like chickpeas or lentils for a vegetarian twist. Make sure to let the chicken rest after cooking, as this allows the juices to redistribute. Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender.