Greek Chicken Bowls Easy Dinner

Greek Chicken Bowls are a tasty and healthy meal. They are perfect for lunch or dinner. You can make them quickly, and they are full of fresh flavors.

Why Make This Recipe

• This dish is colorful and fun to eat.
• It is packed with healthy ingredients.
• You can easily customize it to your taste.
• It makes a great meal prep option for the week.

How to Make Greek Chicken Bowls

Making Greek Chicken Bowls is simple. You will marinate the chicken and bake it with fresh vegetables. Then, serve it over quinoa or rice and top it with cheese and herbs. It’s quick and delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooked quinoa or rice, for serving
• Feta cheese, for garnish
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Add chicken breasts and turn to coat them in the marinade.
4. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and surround it with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cucumber.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
6. Once done, let the chicken rest, then slice it.
7. Serve the chicken and vegetables over a bed of quinoa or rice.
8. Garnish with feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

How to Serve Greek Chicken Bowls

Serve Greek Chicken Bowls warm. You can enjoy them as a main dish or even as a meal prep lunch. They taste great with a side of pita bread or a simple salad.

How to Store Greek Chicken Bowls

Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for about 3 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or on the stove.

Tips to Make Greek Chicken Bowls

• Use fresh herbs for added flavor.
• Swap quinoa for rice or even couscous if you prefer.
• Try adding olives or avocado for more taste.
• Marinate the chicken overnight for extra flavor.

Variations

• Add different vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
• Use shrimp or tofu instead of chicken for a different protein.

FAQs

• Can I use frozen chicken? Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just make sure it is fully thawed before marinating.
• Is this recipe gluten-free? Yes, it can be gluten-free if you use gluten-free grains.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare and store it for later. Just reheat before serving.

Greek Chicken Bowls

A colorful and healthy meal packed with fresh flavors, perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Chicken Marinade

• 2 tablespoons olive oil For marinating the chicken
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best
• 1 teaspoon oregano Dried oregano works well
• to taste Salt
• to taste Pepper

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast Boneless and skinless
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 medium red onion, sliced
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped Any color
• 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice For serving
• to taste Feta cheese, for garnish Optional topping
• to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Chopped

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Add chicken breasts and turn to coat them in the marinade.
4. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and surround it with cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cucumber.

Cooking

1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
2. Once done, let the chicken rest, then slice it.

Serving

1. Serve the chicken and vegetables over a bed of quinoa or rice.
2. Garnish with feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in microwave or on the stove. Use fresh herbs for added flavor and try swapping quinoa for rice or couscous.