Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Chicken Bowls. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and served on a bed of fresh greens, topped with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. This dish is not only bursting with flavor but also makes meal prep a breeze—perfect for busy weekdays or casual weekend dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 600g)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 100g crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley or mint (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each chicken breast for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In each bowl, layer fresh spinach or mixed greens as a base. Top with sliced chicken, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs if desired.
- Drizzle with extra lemon juice or your favorite vinaigrette before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg