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Greek Chicken Quinoa Bowls Recipe

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Greek Chicken Quinoa Bowls are a flavorful and healthy meal option featuring tender, seasoned chicken served over fluffy quinoa and topped with fresh Mediterranean ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Finished with a dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh parsley, this dish offers a balanced combination of protein, vegetables, and grains in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Quinoa

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or water)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Sauce

  • 1 cup store-bought tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the quinoa: In a medium pot, bring chicken broth or water to a boil. Add rinsed quinoa and 1/2 tsp salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Cook the chicken: Pat the chopped chicken dry, then season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp Italian seasoning. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp olive oil. Cook the chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  3. Assemble the bowl: Divide cooked quinoa evenly into 4 bowls. Arrange cooked chicken on top, then add cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Add a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on each bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts or thighs based on preference, but ensure they are boneless and skinless.
  • Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove its natural bitterness.
  • If desired, substitute chicken broth with water for a lighter flavor.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness for safety and best texture.
  • Feel free to add additional Mediterranean toppings such as roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts.
  • The recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.

Find it online: https://cookedbysarah.com/greek-chicken-quinoa-bowls-recipe/