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Healthy Greek chicken bowls with grilled chicken, quinoa, fresh cucumber salad, and creamy tzatziki sauce in a white bowl.

Quick High Protein Greek Chicken Bowls

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 large lemon , juiced and divided
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup non -fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken cubes, olive oil, dried oregano, half of the minced garlic, half of the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and edges are golden brown.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, the remaining minced garlic, and the remaining lemon juice to create the tzatziki sauce.
  4. Toss the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion together in a separate bowl.
  5. To assemble, divide the cooked quinoa equally into four bowls.
  6. Add a portion of the grilled chicken and the vegetable salad to each bowl.
  7. Top each bowl with a tablespoon of crumbled feta cheese and a dollop of the prepared tzatziki sauce before serving.