High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls
A vibrant bowl filled with grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and quinoa, inspired by Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until done. Let it rest before slicing.
- Combine the quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a smaller bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and mix well.
- Serve the salad topped with sliced chicken and crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
Customize with different proteins and toppings such as avocado or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg