This Mediterranean-inspired bowl is packed with juicy grilled chicken, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, and a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce. It’s balanced, flavorful, and easy to customize—perfect for a wholesome, restaurant-style meal at home.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
Grilled Chicken
- 500 g (1 lb) chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Rice
- 1 cup basmati or long-grain rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- Pinch of salt
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
Bowl Toppings
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Sliced cucumber
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Kalamata olives
- Fresh parsley or dill
- Optional: feta cheese
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken and marinate for 20–30 minutes (or up to overnight).
2️⃣ Cook the Rice
Rinse rice until water runs clear.
Cook with water/broth and salt according to package instructions.
Fluff and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Tzatziki
Combine yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
4️⃣ Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
Grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
5️⃣ Assemble the Bowls
Add rice to bowls.
Top with grilled chicken, vegetables, olives, and feta.
Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce.
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Swap rice for quinoa or couscous
- Add roasted vegetables for extra flavor
- Use chicken thighs for juicier results
- Make it low-carb with cauliflower rice
🥙 Serving Ideas
- Perfect for meal prep (keeps well 3–4 days)
- Great for summer dinners
- Serve with warm pita or flatbread
🏁 Final Thoughts
This Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl is fresh, comforting, and full of bright flavors. It’s the kind of meal that feels indulgent while still being nourishing.