Honey Mustard Chicken Mediterranean Bowl Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Honey Mustard Chicken Mediterranean Bowl featuring tender chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, served atop a bed of nutritious quinoa or brown rice, complemented with fresh vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Marinating, Pan-frying, Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
For the Honey Mustard Chicken
- 1½ lb (700 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Mediterranean Bowl
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional Garnish
- Lemon wedges
- Extra honey mustard sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Add the chicken pieces and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for 15–20 minutes to absorb all the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken in the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Once cooked, let the chicken rest briefly before slicing it thinly.
- Prepare the Bowl Base: Divide the cooked quinoa or brown rice evenly among serving bowls. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese around the grains to create a colorful and balanced foundation.
- Assemble the Bowls: Place the sliced honey mustard chicken on top of each bowl. Optionally, drizzle extra honey mustard sauce over the top for an added flavor boost.
- Serve: Garnish each bowl with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of herbaceous freshness. Serve with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over before eating, adding a zingy citrus finish.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the Dijon mustard is gluten-free and use quinoa instead of rice.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Leftover honey mustard sauce can be refrigerated and used as a dressing for salads or dips.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of chicken pieces; always check for doneness.
- Add a handful of fresh spinach or mixed greens to boost the vegetable content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Honey Mustard Chicken, Mediterranean Bowl, Quinoa Bowl, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, Gluten Free Option, Low Fat Chicken