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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Lemon Garlic Sauce Recipe

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Lemon Garlic Sauce Recipe
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This Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowl is a vibrant and healthy meal combining tender grilled marinated chicken with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, the dish balances protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats with Mediterranean flavors that are both satisfying and wholesome.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Souvlaki

  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Lemon Garlic Sauce (Tzatziki-Style)

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Bowl

  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken cubes in this marinade until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to infuse.
  2. Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers. Grill the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked through and slightly charred to enhance flavor.
  3. Prepare the Lemon Garlic Sauce: While the chicken is grilling, whisk together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Lay a base of cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous in bowls. Arrange the grilled chicken on top, then add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced Kalamata olives.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the lemon garlic sauce generously over each bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve the bowls warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • You can use chicken breasts or thighs depending on your preference; thighs will provide juicier meat.
  • For a gluten-free option, use quinoa or rice instead of couscous.
  • Soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling helps prevent burning.
  • The lemon garlic sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
  • Add some fresh mint or dill to the sauce for an extra herbal twist.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute grilled chicken with grilled halloumi or marinated tofu.

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Keywords: Greek chicken souvlaki, lemon garlic sauce, grilled chicken bowl, healthy Mediterranean recipe, chicken rice bowl

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