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Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls

Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls: 5 Flavorful Secrets


  • Author: Yale Zapata
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls are a fresh and healthy meal option packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and oregano to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse and cook quinoa according to package directions.
  3. Grill the chicken over medium heat or bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven until fully cooked. Let cool slightly, then slice.
  4. Dice the cucumber, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
  5. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper to make the yogurt sauce.
  6. Divide quinoa, sliced chicken, vegetables, and olives among containers. Top with feta cheese. Keep the yogurt sauce separate until serving.

Notes

  • This recipe serves 4.
  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables to your preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling or Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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