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Greek Chicken Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

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This flavorful Greek Chicken Bowl recipe combines marinated air-fried chicken breasts with fresh vegetables, fluffy rice or quinoa, tangy feta cheese, and homemade tzatziki sauce, creating a delicious and balanced meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade

  • 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
  • 2 cups diced cucumber
  • 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese

For the Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh dill. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Prepare Rice or Quinoa and Vegetables: Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Meanwhile, chop the grape tomatoes, dice the cucumber, shred the romaine lettuce, and slice the red onion.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Place the marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa evenly among four bowls. Top with shredded romaine, halved grape tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and feta cheese. Arrange sliced chicken on top and drizzle with homemade tzatziki sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for longer than 30 minutes (up to 2 hours) to enhance the flavor.
  • Drain the grated cucumber well before mixing into tzatziki to avoid a watery sauce.
  • Rice or quinoa can be substituted based on preference or dietary needs.
  • The air fryer cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
  • Garnish with extra fresh dill or lemon wedges for added flavor.

Keywords: Greek chicken bowls, air fryer chicken recipe, healthy chicken bowl, tzatziki sauce, Mediterranean chicken bowl

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