Greek Chicken Power Bowls
Lemon-oregano chicken over quinoa with chickpeas, cucumber, feta and tzatziki.
Prep20 min
Cook20 min
Total40 min
Serves4
Protein~55g / serving
Calories~600 / serving
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Lemon-oregano chicken over quinoa with chickpeas, cucumber, feta and tzatziki. This one takes 40 min start to finish and serves 4. It earned a spot in our high protein deck because the steps are simple and the ingredients are easy to find.
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Why you'll love it
- Ready in 40 min
- Everyday ingredients, most of them already in your pantry
- Tagged: high-protein, meal-prep, gluten-free
Our best tip: Pack the tzatziki separately if you're meal-prepping so the bowls don't get soggy.
About the protein number: it's an estimate per serving based on the ingredients listed. Brands and portions vary, so check your labels if you're tracking closely.
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Greek Chicken Power Bowls
Prep20 min
Cook20 min
Total40 min
Protein~55g / serving
Calories~600 / serving
Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb boneless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
Instructions
- Toss the chicken with the oil, half the lemon juice, oregano and salt. Marinate 15 minutes or up to a day.
- Cook the quinoa in 2 cups water, covered, 15 minutes. Fluff and rest.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high, 5 to 6 minutes per side, until 165°F (74°C). Rest, then slice.
- Stir the yogurt, garlic, dill and remaining lemon juice together for tzatziki.
- Build bowls with quinoa, chicken, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes and feta, and top with tzatziki.
Notes: Pack the tzatziki separately if you're meal-prepping so the bowls don't get soggy. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Calories are an estimate per serving, worked out from the listed ingredients. Brands and portions vary.
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