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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl with Tzatziki

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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl with Tzatziki

 

Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

For the Bowl:

  • 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (whole or pitted)

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

  • Optional: a few grape tomatoes or heirloom tomatoes for color

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup cucumber, finely grated and squeezed dry

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment Needed:

  • Grill pan, outdoor grill, or heavy skillet

  • Sharp knife and cutting board

  • Mixing bowls

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate and Grill the Chicken

  • In a bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

  • Coat chicken breasts evenly with the marinade.

  • Let sit for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours) to soak up flavor.

  • Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

  • Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Tip: Marinating longer = deeper flavor. Always rest the meat before slicing to keep it juicy.

Step 2: Make the Tzatziki Sauce

  • In a bowl, mix:

    • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

    • 1/4 cup grated cucumber (squeeze out excess water)

    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    • Minced garlic

    • Fresh dill or parsley

  • Stir until creamy.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Chill in the fridge while prepping the rest of the bowl.

Tip: Letting tzatziki sit for 10+ minutes makes it even more flavorful as the garlic and herbs infuse.

Step 3: Prep the Vegetables

  • Slice cucumbers into thin rounds.

  • Halve cherry tomatoes.

  • Slice the red onion thin.

  • Slice the yellow bell pepper.

  • Rough chop the fresh parsley.

Tip: If raw onion is too sharp for you, soak slices in ice water for 5 minutes to mellow the flavor.

Step 4: Assemble the Bowls

  • In each serving bowl:

    • Start with a base of fresh parsley and/or lettuce if you like.

    • Arrange sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, red onions, and Kalamata olives in sections around the bowl.

    • Place sliced grilled chicken in the center.

    • Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.

    • Sprinkle extra parsley on top for a fresh finish.

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