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Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Bowl for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and nutrient-rich dish, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Or more fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked
For the Bowl Base
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Or swap for rice
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
For the Creamy Tahini Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Water To adjust consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Optional

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated in the mixture. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, whip up the creamy tahini dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, additional lemon juice, minced garlic, optional maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water, continuing to whisk until the dressing reaches a smooth and pourable consistency. Set it aside.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the marinated chicken to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing.
  4. Assemble your Mediterranean Chicken Bowl by placing a generous serving of cooked quinoa at the bottom of each bowl. Top with slices of chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and kalamata olives.
  5. Drizzle the tahini dressing over each bowl and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley on top. Your Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is now ready to serve!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze chicken and tahini dressing separately for up to 3 months.

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