🍚 Greek Chicken Grain Bowl 🥗🍗
This Greek Chicken Grain Bowl is a fresh, colorful, and nutritious meal that brings together juicy Greek-seasoned chicken, hearty grains, and a variety of Mediterranean-inspired toppings. It’s perfect for meal prep or a satisfying lunch or dinner! 🌞✨
Ingredients:
Greek Chicken:
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, diced 🍗
2 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
2 tsp dried oregano 🌿
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Grain Base:
1 cup cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice (your choice) 🍚
2 cups water or vegetable broth 🥣
Pinch of salt 🧂
Toppings:
1/2 cucumber, diced 🥒
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced 🫒
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
Fresh parsley or dill, chopped 🌿
1/2 avocado, sliced (optional) 🥑
Greek Dressing:
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 🫒
2 tbsp red wine vinegar 🍷
1 tsp Dijon mustard 🍯
1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Instructions:
Marinate and Cook the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the diced chicken and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
Prepare the Grain Base:
Cook your chosen grain (quinoa, farro, or brown rice) according to package instructions with a pinch of salt.
Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Make the Greek Dressing:
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the cooked grain into serving bowls.
Add the Greek chicken on top, followed by cucumber, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, crumbled feta, and sliced avocado if using.
Drizzle each bowl with the Greek dressing and garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, vibrant bowl packed with Mediterranean flavors!
This bowl is perfect for a light yet filling meal with a lovely mix of savory, tangy, and creamy elements. Great for healthy eating and a quick go-to meal! 💛
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