Name: Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl with Tzatziki and Feta
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound Chicken Breast, boneless and skinless, sliced thin; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed; 3 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1 teaspoon Paprika; Salt and Pepper to taste; 2 cups Cooked Basmati or Jasmine Rice; 1 medium Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; 1 cup Full-Fat Greek Yogurt; 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped; 1 cup Tomatoes, chopped; 1 small Red Onion, thinly sliced; ½ cup Feta Cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Mint, chopped (optional)

Description

A vibrant and satisfying Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl layered with spiced chicken, fluffy rice, crisp veggies, creamy tzatziki, and crumbled feta—a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound Chicken Breast, boneless and skinless, sliced thin
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 teaspoon Paprika
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 cups Cooked Basmati or Jasmine Rice
1 medium Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 cup Full-Fat Greek Yogurt
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped
1 cup Tomatoes, chopped
1 small Red Onion, thinly sliced
½ cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Mint, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Combine Ingredients: Mix chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate for 30 minutes.
Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add a little olive oil to the hot skillet and cook marinated chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Assemble the Dish: Lay rice in each bowl and top with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Cook to Perfection: Ensure chicken reaches 165°F and veggies remain crisp.
Finishing Touches: Spoon tzatziki over the bowl, add crumbled feta, herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest tzatziki.
Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
Squeeze cucumber well to prevent watery sauce.
Let rice cool slightly before assembling to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: Mediterranean chicken bowl, tzatziki rice bowl, feta chicken rice, healthy chicken bowl, Mediterranean meal prep