🥗 Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing 🌿🧀✨
🌟 Fresh, flavorful, and packed with nutrients, these Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a wholesome delight. Juicy, marinated chicken paired with hearty grains, crisp veggies, and a creamy, tangy feta dressing make this dish a healthy yet indulgent meal. 🌟🍋
Ingredients
For the Herby Chicken:
🍗 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
🍋 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
🌿 2 tbsp olive oil
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
🌿 1/2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
For the Grain Base:
🍚 2 cups cooked quinoa, farro, bulgur, or brown rice
For the Toppings:
🥬 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
🥒 1/2 cup cucumber slices
🍅 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
🥕 1/4 cup shredded carrots
🫒 1/4 cup kalamata olives (optional)
For the Feta Dressing:
🧀 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
🥛 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
🍋 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
🌿 1 tbsp olive oil
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
🥄 1-2 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
Optional Garnishes:
🌿 Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
🌻 Toasted sunflower seeds or slivered almonds
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate and Cook the Chicken:
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme (if using), salt, and pepper.
Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
2️⃣ Prepare the Feta Dressing:
In a blender or food processor, combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed for desired consistency.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowls:
Begin with a base of cooked grains in each bowl. Add mixed greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and olives.
Top with sliced herby chicken.
4️⃣ Drizzle and Garnish:
Drizzle the creamy feta dressing over the bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill, and sprinkle with toasted seeds or nuts for added crunch.
🌟 These Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a perfect balance of fresh and savory flavors. Great for meal prep or a quick lunch, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious! 🌿💛
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