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Mediterranean Chicken Bowls

Savoring Mediterranean Chicken Bowls for a Healthy Feast

Delight in these Mediterranean Chicken Bowls, a nutritious recipe featuring grilled chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables for a healthy feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts high in protein
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for marination
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
For the Salad
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon juice of lemon
For Serving
  • optional tzatziki sauce for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Grill or Skillet
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken breasts in this marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked, then let it rest before slicing.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, parsley, and lemon juice. Toss to combine.
  5. Assemble your bowls with quinoa at the bottom, followed by sliced chicken, salad mixture, and crumbled feta on top.
  6. Serve with tzatziki sauce, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes and rinse quinoa thoroughly for fluffy results. Customize with favorite vegetables for personal preference.

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