Description
These Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls offer a fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring juicy grilled chicken breasts, zesty homemade tzatziki sauce, and vibrant veggies served over your choice of rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembly
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine rice)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly in the mixture and let them sit for at least 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors, or up to 2 hours if time allows.
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, finely grated cucumber, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and refrigerate to let the flavors meld while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the meat is cooked through. Remove the chicken and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
- Assemble the Rice Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with sliced grilled chicken, cucumber slices, thinly sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes to add fresh crunch and color.
- Finish the Dish: Generously drizzle each bowl with the chilled tzatziki sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired to enhance the Mediterranean flavors.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls fresh to enjoy the vibrant and zesty combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer (up to 2 hours) intensifies the flavor.
- Use a grill pan if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- For a low-carb option, serve with cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Adjust the garlic and lemon juice in the tzatziki sauce to your taste preference.
- Leftover grilled chicken can be refrigerated and used within 2 days.
