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Chicken Tzatziki Bowls.

Delicious Chicken Tzatziki Bowls for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy these Chicken Tzatziki Bowls, a quick Mediterranean dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa or rice
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium red onion sliced
  • to taste fresh herbs (optional)

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Tzatziki Bowls
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in diced cucumber and adjust seasoning.
  5. Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions. Fluff and place in bowls. Layer sliced grilled chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
  6. Top with tzatziki sauce and optional fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your bowl with grilled shrimp or falafel for variations. Ensure juicy chicken by never skipping the marinade or resting steps.

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