Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Quinoa, Hummus & Feta
A fresh, hearty Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy hummus, and zesty tzatziki, perfect for meal prep or easy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 bowls 1x
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup quinoa or brown rice (uncooked)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
8 Kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 cup hummus
1/2 cup tzatziki
Optional: crumbled feta, chopped parsley, lemon wedges
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate 30 mins to 4 hrs.
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Cook quinoa or rice per package directions. Fluff and cool slightly.
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Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 5–6 mins per side until cooked through. Rest 5 mins, then slice.
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Prepare vegetables: halve tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice onion.
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Assemble bowls with cooked grain, chicken, veggies, hummus, and tzatziki.
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Top with olives, feta, parsley, and lemon juice if desired. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Store ingredients separately if prepping ahead. Use chicken thighs for juicier results. Make it vegetarian with chickpeas or falafel.