🥗 Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing 🧀✨
🌟 Refresh your mealtime routine with these Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing! Juicy, herbed chicken pairs beautifully with wholesome grains, fresh veggies, and a tangy feta dressing, making this a balanced, flavorful, and satisfying meal. 🌿🍋
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, bulgur, or brown rice)
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 Cook 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 Prepare the Grains:
Cook your grains according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
3️⃣ Make the Feta Dressing:
In a small blender or mixing bowl, combine feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, and dill. Blend or whisk until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
4️⃣ Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the cooked grains among bowls. Top with herby chicken, spinach or arugula, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, and avocado slices.
5️⃣ Drizzle and Garnish:
Drizzle the feta dressing generously over the bowls. Garnish with extra feta crumbles or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
🌟 These Herby Chicken Grain Bowls with Feta Dressing are a perfect harmony of textures and flavors, making them an excellent choice for a nutritious lunch or dinner. Easy to customize and absolutely delicious! 💚
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