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Mediterranean Chicken Bowls

Mediterranean Chicken Bowls: Fresh, Flavorful, and Fun!

Enjoy these Mediterranean Chicken Bowls, a delightful fusion of harissa honey chicken, creamy tzatziki, and wholesome quinoa, perfect for customizing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grate and squeeze to remove moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best quality
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh cloves recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can replace with fresh mint
For the Bowls
  • 1 cup Quinoa Can substitute with couscous or farro
  • 1 pound Chicken (Thighs/Breasts) Marinated for added flavor
  • 2-3 tablespoons Harissa Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can substitute for vegan option
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Cherry or grape tomatoes are sweeter
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can substitute with green onions
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Omit for dairy-free or substitute with olives
  • 1 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Can replace with parsley

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Grater

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Make Tzatziki Sauce: Grate cucumber and squeeze out moisture. In a bowl, mix cucumber with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  2. Prepare Vegetable Salad: Halve or quarter tomatoes, dice cucumber, and slice red onion. Toss with red wine vinegar and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa, water, and salt. Boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  4. Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Combine with harissa, honey, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 5 minutes.
  5. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add marinated chicken and cook for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Assemble Bowls: Start with quinoa, add chicken, vegetable salad, tzatziki, feta (if desired), and garnish with mint and olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These bowls are meal prep-friendly and can be customized based on preferences. Consider longer marinating time for enhanced flavor.

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