🥗 Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing 🧀✨
🌟 Fresh, flavorful, and wholesome, these Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a perfect way to enjoy a balanced meal. Packed with juicy herbed chicken, hearty grains, crisp veggies, and a tangy feta dressing, this dish is ideal for meal prep or a quick lunch. 🌿🍋
Ingredients
For the Herby Chicken:
🍗 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, diced or sliced
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
🌿 1 tsp dried thyme or basil
🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice
🥄 1 tbsp olive oil
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
For the Grain Base:
🍚 2 cups cooked grains (quinoa, farro, brown rice, or bulgur)
For the Bowl Toppings:
🥬 1 cup baby spinach or arugula
🥒 1/2 cup cucumber slices
🍅 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
🥕 1/4 cup shredded carrots
🥑 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
For the Feta Dressing:
🧀 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
🍋 2 tbsp olive oil
🍋 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
🥄 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🌿 1 tsp dried dill or parsley
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Herby Chicken:
In a bowl, mix garlic, oregano, thyme, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken to coat evenly.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden. Set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Grains:
Cook your choice of grains according to package instructions. Fluff and keep warm.
3️⃣ Make the Feta Dressing:
In a blender or food processor, combine feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, and dill. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
4️⃣ Assemble the Bowls:
Start with a base of cooked grains in each bowl.
Top with herby chicken, spinach or arugula, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and avocado slices.
5️⃣ Drizzle and Garnish:
Drizzle the feta dressing over the bowls. Garnish with extra feta crumbles or fresh herbs if desired.
🌟 These Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a vibrant, healthy meal that combines fresh ingredients with tangy flavors. Perfect for fueling your day or impressing at dinner time! 💚
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