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Healthy Greek Chicken with Quinoa and Creamy Tzatziki Bowl

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A quick and easy Greek-inspired bowl featuring marinated grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a nutritious, satisfying meal that supports weight loss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ cucumber, finely grated and excess water squeezed out
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Handful of fresh parsley or extra dill
  • Optional: Kalamata olives or crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours.
  2. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa, water or vegetable broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is charred. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: In serving bowls, add quinoa, top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion (if using), and a dollop of tzatziki. Garnish with parsley or dill and optional olives or feta.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 20 minutes for best flavor. Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber to avoid watery tzatziki. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Quinoa must be rinsed to remove bitterness. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days; keep tzatziki separate when storing.

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