Description
Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and wholesome meal that brings the essence of the Mediterranean right to your dinner table. This recipe features succulent grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy cilantro yogurt sauce, all served over fluffy couscous. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping for busy weekdays, these bowls offer a delightful balance of protein, grains, and veggies in every bite. Plus, they are incredibly customizable—swap in your favorite ingredients for a unique twist! Packed with flavor and nutrients, Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are sure to become a staple in your healthy eating routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked couscous
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken for approximately 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
- In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Assemble the bowls by dividing cooked couscous between serving dishes. Top each with sliced chicken, cucumber, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and drizzle with cilantro yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg