🍚 Greek Chicken Grain Bowl with Cherry Tomato & Chili Mayo Sauce 🌶️🍅
This Greek Chicken Grain Bowl combines Mediterranean-inspired marinated chicken, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a spicy chili mayo sauce. It’s a vibrant, delicious, and balanced meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner! 🌞✨
Ingredients:
Greek Marinated Chicken:
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
2 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
2 tsp dried oregano 🌿
1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Grain Base:
1 cup cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice 🍚
2 cups water or vegetable broth 🥣
Pinch of salt 🧂
Toppings:
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
1/2 cucumber, diced 🥒
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced 🫒
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped 🌿
Chili Mayo Sauce:
1/4 cup mayonnaise 🥄
1-2 tsp sriracha or chili sauce 🌶️
1 tsp lemon juice 🍋
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
Instructions:
Marinate and Cook the Chicken:
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat well. Marinate for 15-30 minutes if possible.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and fully cooked. Set aside.
Prepare the Grain Base:
Cook your chosen grain according to package instructions with a pinch of salt. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.
Make the Chili Mayo Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha or chili sauce, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust spice level to your taste.
Assemble the Bowls:
Divide the cooked grains into serving bowls.
Top with Greek chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta.
Drizzle with the chili mayo sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, spicy, and refreshing bowl!
This Greek Chicken Grain Bowl is packed with savory, tangy, and spicy flavors that come together beautifully. Enjoy every bite! 💛