Greek Chicken Bowl Recipe

If you are longing for a taste of Greece, then this Greek-themed chicken salad fits the bill.
If you are longing for a taste of Greece, then this Greek-themed chicken salad fits the bill.

Ingredients:

  • 4oz/115g chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Greek seasoning
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4–5 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ⅓ cucumber, cubed
  • 2 tbsp halved olives
  • 2oz/55g crumbled feta cheese

Dressing:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Tzatziki:

  • 2oz/55g full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp grated cucumber
  • ½ tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tbsp chopped dill
Prep time Cook time Total time
15 minutes 10 minutes 35 minutes + marination time

Instructions: 

  1. Place the chicken in a bowl or plastic bag and mix in the olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper. 
  2. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. 
  3. Then heat a heavy pan or skillet and cook the chicken along with the marinade for 3–4 minutes on each side or till golden and tender. 
  4. Put the cooked chicken in a serving dish. 
  5. Top with tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives.
  6. Whisk together the dressing ingredients till well combined. 
  7. Blend the tzatziki ingredients together. 
  8. Top the salad first with the vinegar dressing. 
  9. Then, spoon the tzatziki on top. 
  10. Garnish with the feta cheese, and enjoy.
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