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Delicious High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls to Love

These High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are flavorful and nutritious, making mealtime exciting and perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for marinating
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Grain Base
  • 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth for cooking grains
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped
For Topping/Garnish
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil chopped
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce for drizzling

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into even pieces. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper for the marinade. Coat the chicken and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  3. Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions, using vegetable broth instead of water to cook. Cook for 15-20 minutes until soft.
  4. Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil in a bowl until smooth for the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt.
  5. Assemble bowls with grains as the base, topped with sliced chicken, vegetables, and a drizzle of sauce. Add feta and herbs as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and texture. Prepare chicken and grain in advance for quicker assembly.

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