Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls
A fresh and vibrant meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors, featuring marinated chicken, basmati rice, and a zingy tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Basmati Rice: While the chicken marinates, cook basmati rice according to package instructions using water or chicken broth.
- Grill or Sear the Chicken: After marinating, grill or pan-sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Assemble the Bowls: For each bowl, add a portion of rice, topped with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Garnish and Serve: Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
For additional flavor, consider adding a side of warm pita bread or a Greek salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg