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Greek Lemon-Dill Chicken and Quinoa Bowls
Bright and fresh quinoa bowls packed with marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon-dill dressing. A wholesome and protein-rich meal that’s perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner.
Prep 20 min
Cook 25 min
Total 45 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Quinoa Bowls
- 1.5 cups quinoa, rinsed
- 3 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Step 3 — For the Lemon-Dill Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
- 2
Cook Quinoa
In a saucepan, combine quinoa and chicken broth (or water). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 3
Cook Chicken
While quinoa cooks, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4
Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dill, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Assemble Bowls
Divide cooked quinoa among four bowls. Top with cooked chicken, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives. Drizzle generously with lemon-dill dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition per serving: 620 cal · 45g protein · 55g carbs · 28g fat · 8g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
