Refreshing Chicken Tzatziki Bowls That Will Delight You!
A light and refreshing dish featuring grilled chicken served with a creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and grains.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup lettuce, chopped
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa or rice, chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top and garnish with fresh dill.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the salad.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with grilled tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg