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Close-up of a vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Bowl featuring grilled chicken, rice, tomatoes, cucumbers, chickpeas, and feta cheese.

Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

This Mediterranean Chicken Bowl is packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender chicken is seasoned with Mediterranean herbs and paired with rice, crisp vegetables, chickpeas, and a creamy yogurt sauce. The result is a colorful, satisfying meal that is rich in protein and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 495
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the bowls
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For the yogurt sauce
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the diced chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. While the chicken cooks, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, and salt in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls.
  6. Arrange the cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, and cooked chicken over the rice.
  7. Sprinkle each bowl with feta cheese and parsley.
  8. Drizzle with the yogurt sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra meal prep convenience, store the yogurt sauce separately and add it just before serving. Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F as measured with a food thermometer for food safety.