Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Tzatziki
Serves 4
Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with Tzatziki - made with 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tsp dried oregano, 0.5 tsp salt, and more.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 large red bell peppers, diced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate and Cook the Chicken: In a bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 20 minutes. Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to 74°C (165°F). Slice into strips.
- Roast the Peppers: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss diced red peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 18 to 20 minutes until slightly charred.
- Make the Salad: In a bowl combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, feta, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Prepare the Tzatziki: In a small bowl combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy.
- Assemble the Bowl: Place cucumber tomato salad and roasted peppers in the bowl. Top with grilled chicken slices and spoon tzatziki generously over the chicken. Serve immediately.