A flavorful Greek Chicken Rice Bowl topped with creamy tzatziki, combining grilled chicken, basmati rice, and fresh vegetables for a wholesome meal.
Author:lunarecipez
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:Greek
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups cooked basmati rice
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh parsley for garnish
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 small cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken thighs, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, white vinegar, fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Grill or cook the marinated chicken thighs over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
Assemble the rice bowls with a base of cooked basmati rice, topped with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and red onion.
Drizzle with tzatziki and garnish with parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.