High Protein Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls
Bright, tangy, and full of satisfying texture, these bowls pair lemon-marinated chicken with warm basmati rice, crisp veggies, and cooling tzatziki.
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Marinade
- 1.25 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ⅓ cup olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
- 1.5 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2.5 tbsp honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp oregano
- 1.5 tsp basil
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
For the Base
- 2 cups basmati rice
For the Veggies & Toppings
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chopped cucumber
- 4 cups chopped lettuce
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup crumbled feta Use reduced-fat for fewer calories if desired
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (Fage preferred)
- ½ cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp finely chopped dill
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl or a zip-top bag, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken cubes and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
Cook the Rice
- Cook basmati rice according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
Prepare the Veggies
- Dice the tomatoes, chop the cucumber, slice the red onion, chop the lettuce and parsley, and crumble the feta. Arrange in bowls or store separately for meal prep.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce
- Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dill until smooth. Chill before serving.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken in batches for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Do not crowd the pan.
Assemble the Bowls
- Assemble bowls with warm rice, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and feta. Top with cooked chicken and tzatziki. Serve immediately or store in airtight containers for meal prep.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before marinating. Don't skip the 30-minute minimum marination. Use a hot skillet to cook in batches for good color. Pack wet and dry components separately when meal prepping.