Description
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Bowl featuring marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and grains, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp fresh oregano
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 cup couscous (or rice)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt, to taste
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill), for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. Add chicken, coat well, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the grains: Prepare couscous or rice according to package instructions, adding a pinch of salt to the water.
- Sauté or grill the chicken: Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken, and cook 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare the veggies: Chop cucumber, bell pepper, and tomatoes; toss with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the bowls: Start with a scoop of grains, layer on sliced chicken, fresh veggies, crumbled feta, and finish with herbs and lemon squeeze.
- Serve: Allow customization with olive oil, lemon, or favorite toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize ingredients and toppings according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken Bowl, Healthy Recipe, Wholesome Meal, Easy Recipe