What makes a Greek chicken bowl “Greek”?

It’s all about the flavors lemon, olive oil, oregano, and that creamy yogurt sauce known as tzatziki.

What pairs well with Greek chicken?

Simple sides like roasted potatoes, pita, or a fresh salad make a balanced Mediterranean meal.

What kind of sauce goes on a Greek bowl?

Tzatziki is classic. You can also try a drizzle of lemon tahini or olive oil for variation.

What goes in a gyro bowl?

A gyro bowl usually includes spiced meat, rice or pita, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta, and tzatziki very similar to this bowl.

Greek Chicken Bowls – Fresh, Flavorful & Easy Dinner Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Bowls – Fresh, Flavorful & Easy Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa; 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes; 2 cups diced cucumber; 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup sliced red onion; 1/2 cup crumbled feta; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup grated cucumber; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Description

Juicy marinated chicken with lemon, herbs, and creamy tzatziki, served over rice or quinoa with fresh vegetables for a simple, wholesome Greek-inspired dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

2 cups cooked rice or quinoa

2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes

2 cups diced cucumber

4 cups shredded romaine lettuce

1 cup sliced red onion

1/2 cup crumbled feta

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 cup grated cucumber

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

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Instructions

1. Whisk all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Pound chicken to 1/2 inch thickness and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. In another bowl, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and dill to make tzatziki; refrigerate to let flavors blend.

3. Cook rice or quinoa per package instructions. Chop vegetables.

4. Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Cook chicken for 7 minutes on one side, flip, and cook another 3–4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Alternatively, cook in a skillet over medium-low heat until golden.

5. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

6. Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa, veggies, sliced chicken, and tzatziki on top. Optionally drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Notes

Marinate chicken for several hours if possible to deepen flavor.

Ensure chicken is evenly cooked by pounding it to uniform thickness.

Use ripe, crisp vegetables for best texture and flavor.

Tzatziki adds creamy, fresh balance—don’t skip it.

Customize with extra toppings like olives, herbs, or pita chips.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Air fryer or skillet
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 590
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 22g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 85mg