Greek Chicken Bowls

Chicken breast grilled and Greek salad with chickpeas and feta cheese

About

Brenda Gantt

I am a self-taught cook. I started cooking around 18 years old. I stood in the kitchen and watched my mother, who was my biggest inspiration at the time, cook.

Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying lunch or dinner, Greek Chicken Bowls are sure to please.
Here’s a recipe for flavorful and healthy Greek Chicken Bowls:
Serving size and preparation time:
Serving size: A typical serving size for a Greek chicken bowl is about 4 cups.
Preparation time: On average, it can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to prepare the ingredients and cook the chicken.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 red bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 4 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the red bell peppers and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the cherry tomatoes, olives, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, and oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce.
  7. Serve the chicken mixture over a bed of cooked brown rice or quinoa, topped with chickpeas and crumbled feta cheese.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Enjoy your flavorful and healthy Greek Chicken Bowls! The combination of tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, tangy vinegar, and fresh herbs creates a delicious and well-rounded meal. The addition of brown rice or quinoa and chickpeas makes this dish a filling and nutritious meal.

Serving and topping suggestions:

Here are some serving and topping suggestions for Greek Chicken Bowls:

Serving suggestions:

  • Serve the chicken mixture over a bed of cooked brown rice or quinoa.
  • Serve the bowls in large bowls or on large plates for a more formal presentation.

Topping suggestions:

  • Fresh herbs: Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley or mint for extra freshness and flavor.
  • Crumbled feta cheese: Add a handful of crumbled feta cheese for a tangy and salty flavor.
  • Nuts: Toast some chopped almonds, walnuts, or pine nuts and sprinkle them over the bowls for added crunch.
  • Yogurt: Add a dollop of plain Greek yogurt for a cool and creamy contrast to the spicy sauce.

These are just a few serving and topping suggestions, and you can feel free to get creative and add any toppings that you like!
Overall, Greek Chicken Bowls are a popular dish because they are healthy, flavorful, easy to make, and versatile. You can use different vegetables, such as zucchini, eggplant, or mushrooms, and you can also switch up the protein source to make it vegetarian-friendly.

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