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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Herbed Feta Sauce Recipe

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Herbed Feta Sauce Recipe
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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Herbed Feta Sauce combine tender marinated chicken with fresh Mediterranean flavors. Served over a bed of rice, quinoa, or couscous and topped with vibrant veggies, Kalamata olives, and a rich, tangy herbed feta sauce, this dish is a wholesome and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Souvlaki

  • 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Herbed Feta Sauce

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Black pepper to taste

For the Bowls

  • 1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss well to coat evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for best flavor infusion.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
  3. Prepare the Herbed Feta Sauce: In a food processor or a small bowl, blend the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh herbs (parsley or dill), minced garlic, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous evenly among serving bowls. Top each with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Drizzle generously with the herbed feta sauce.
  5. Serve: Garnish with additional fresh parsley or dill and serve immediately while warm for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
  • You can substitute chicken with firm tofu or chickpeas to make it vegetarian.
  • If you prefer less sodium, use low-sodium feta cheese.
  • The feta sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • To make it gluten-free, ensure using gluten-free grains such as quinoa or rice instead of couscous.

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