Print

Fresh Chicken Tzatziki Bowls Recipe Easy Meal Prep Idea

chicken tzatziki bowls - featured image
Print Recipe

Juicy, golden chicken paired with creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, and fluffy grains for a Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: Kalamata olives, fresh parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra flavor).
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki: In another bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice or quinoa between bowls. Top with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta.
  5. Drizzle with Tzatziki: Spoon the tzatziki sauce generously over each bowl. Add optional toppings like Kalamata olives or parsley for extra flavor.

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the marinade to infuse the chicken with rich flavors.’, ‘Grate and squeeze the cucumber to keep the tzatziki thick and creamy.’, ‘Cook chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning in the tzatziki and marinade to suit your preferences.’, ‘Multitask by prepping veggies and cooking grains while the chicken marinates.’]

Nutrition

Keywords: Chicken Tzatziki Bowls, Mediterranean recipe, meal prep, healthy dinner, easy chicken recipe

Find it online: https://wigglebite.com/fresh-chicken-tzatziki-bowls-recipe-easy-meal-prep-idea/