🥗 Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing 🌿✨
🌟 Fresh, zesty, and oh-so-satisfying, these Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are the perfect combination of wholesome grains, juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy, tangy feta dressing. A healthy and vibrant meal you’ll want to make again and again! 🧄💛
Ingredients
For the Herby Chicken:
🍗 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
🍋 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
🌿 2 tbsp olive oil
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
🌿 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
For the Grain Base:
🍚 2 cups cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice
For the Toppings:
🥒 1/2 cup cucumber slices
🍅 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
🥕 1/4 cup shredded carrots
🥬 1 cup mixed greens or arugula
🫒 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 bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme (if using), salt, and pepper.
Coat the chicken in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours in the fridge).
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
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 to reach your desired consistency.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowls:
Start 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 optional toasted seeds or nuts for extra crunch.
🌟 These Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a fresh, healthy, and delicious meal that’s perfect for meal prep, lunch, or dinner. Bright flavors and wholesome ingredients make every bite a delight! 🌿💛
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