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MEDITERRANEAN LEMON DILL CHICKEN BOWLS Recipe

MEDITERRANEAN LEMON DILL CHICKEN BOWLS Recipe
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This Mediterranean Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. With bright citrus, earthy dill, and a variety of textures, it’s a perfect balance of flavors and colors. Whether you’re looking for a meal-prep option or a dish to share with friends, this bowl is a delicious and satisfying choice.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Quinoa Base:

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth

For the Yogurt Dill Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For Assembly:

  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor).
  2. Step 2: Cook the Quinoa – Rinse the quinoa, then cook it in water or broth until tender. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Step 3: Make the Yogurt Dill Sauce – Combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
  4. Step 4: Grill the Chicken – Grill marinated chicken until cooked through. Slice thinly.
  5. Step 5: Assemble Your Bowls – Layer quinoa, chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta in bowls. Drizzle with yogurt dill sauce.

Notes

  • This bowl is versatile—feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients.
  • The yogurt sauce can also be used as a dip or salad dressing.

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