Description
Quick and delicious low-carb Greek chicken bowls packed with protein and fresh veggies, topped with a tangy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 8 oz. plain full-fat Greek yoghurt
- 1/2 medium Persian cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
- Sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced
- 1 large Persian cucumber, diced (for salad topping)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Combine chicken, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Greek seasoning, and sea salt in a sealable container. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- For tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yoghurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Heat a 10-inch or larger cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For the dressing, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar, minced oregano, and a sprinkle of sea salt in a small bowl.
- To assemble, divide cooked chicken among four bowls. Top with diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and finish with a dollop of tzatziki before serving.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for best flavor. Store components separately in airtight containers in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg