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Create these Healthy Greek Chicken Bowls for a fresh, vibrant meal packed with marinated chicken, crisp veggies, rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Follow this easy step-by-step recipe perfect for lunches, meal prep, or light dinners

Ingredients

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For the Chicken and Marinade:

1¼ pounds small chicken breasts (4 breasts)
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1½ teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Bowl Filling:

4 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups cucumber, diced
2 cups white rice, cooked
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup feta cheese (optional)

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup plain Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream
½ cup cucumber, grated
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the chicken
In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, lemon juice, oregano, lemon zest, basil, salt, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Pound the chicken to about ½ inch thickness to ensure even cooking.
Add the chicken to a shallow bowl or ziplock bag with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to several hours.

Step 2: Make the tzatziki sauce
While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce.
In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess moisture if needed), dill, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
Stir until well combined and chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 3: Prepare the rice and veggies
Cook your white rice according to package instructions if you have not already.
Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion thinly, and shred the romaine lettuce.
Set everything aside for easy assembly later.

Step 4: Cook the chicken
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F if using.
Place the marinated chicken in the basket and cook for about 7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
If using a skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium-low heat and cook the chicken for about 7-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 5: Rest and slice the chicken
Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Slice the chicken thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
Now you are ready to assemble your bowls!

Step 6: Assemble the bowls
Start by adding a layer of cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl.
Top with shredded romaine, diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
Place slices of chicken on top and spoon generous amounts of tzatziki sauce over everything.

Step 7: Add final touches
Sprinkle with feta cheese if using for extra creaminess and flavor.
Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice or a light lemon tahini dressing for extra brightness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your beautiful, fresh Greek Chicken Bowls!