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30-Minute Greek Chicken Bowls

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Mediterranean-inspired bowls with herb-marinated chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and tzatziki.

4.2 (10 ratings)

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Why You'll Love It

  • Ready in 30 minutes
  • Great for meal prep
  • High in protein

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Total

30 min

Serves

4

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Instructions

Ingredients listed when you need them.

Tips for success

  • Marinate the chicken even 15 minutes — lemon, garlic, and oregano do most of the work.
  • Cook extra rice on Sunday; leftover bowls pack well for lunch.
  • Keep tzatziki on the side until serving so the rice does not get watery.

Frequently asked questions

What is traditionally in a Greek bowl?+

Herb chicken or gyro meat, cucumber, tomato, red onion, kalamata olives, feta, and tzatziki over rice or greens.

What to put on a Greek bowl?+

Our version uses oregano-lemon chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, feta, and tzatziki. Hummus, pickled onions, or extra lemon are easy add-ons.

What is the difference between a Greek and Mediterranean bowl?+

Greek bowls lean on oregano, lemon, feta, olives, and tzatziki. Mediterranean bowls often add hummus, tahini, roasted vegetables, or grains like quinoa — broader pantry, similar fresh toppings.

What is the best rice for Greek bowls?+

Long-grain white rice or basmati stay fluffy under the toppings. Leftover rice works. Mixed greens are the no-cook swap.

Easy Swaps

  • s chicken breastchicken thighs, turkey breast, pork tenderloin
  • olivesimilar pantry ingredient, seasonal vegetable, your family favorite
  • lemon juicesimilar pantry ingredient, seasonal vegetable, your family favorite
  • clovessimilar pantry ingredient, seasonal vegetable, your family favorite

Storage & Meal Prep

Storage

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Greek Chicken Bowls reheats well in the microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat with a splash of water or broth.

Make Ahead

Cook a full batch on Sunday and portion into containers for lunches or dinners throughout the week. Keep sauces separate until serving when possible.

All Ingredients

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Step 1Marinate and cook the chicken

Step 2Assemble the bowls

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Nutrition

Per serving (estimate)

470

Cal

38g

Carbs

42g

Protein

16g

Fat

3g

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