Description
These Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls are a refreshing and flavorful meal, featuring juicy grilled chicken topped with creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy rice and paired with fresh veggies, this bowl is the perfect balance of protein, vegetables, and zesty flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Rice Bowls:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine rice)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let them sit for at least 10-15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, fresh dill, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and set aside in the fridge to let the flavors meld.
- Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls:
- Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken, cucumber slices, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- Finish the Dish:
- Drizzle each bowl with a generous amount of tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or dill, if desired.
- Serve Immediately:
- Enjoy your fresh, zesty Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls!
Notes
- You can add extra toppings like olives, feta cheese, or avocado for added flavor and texture.
- If you prefer, you can swap the rice for quinoa or couscous for a different base.
- For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg