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Mediterranean Chicken Pita Bowl with Spicy Feta Sauce Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Pita Bowl with Spicy Feta Sauce Recipe
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A vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Pita Bowl featuring tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy, spicy feta sauce, perfect for a wholesome and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade

  • 2 large chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Spicy Feta Sauce

  • 4 oz feta cheese
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (to taste)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)
  • Pinch of salt

For the Bowl Base

  • 2 pita breads, cut into pieces or lightly toasted
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional for extra base)

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup olives (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Extra feta crumbles

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the sliced or cubed chicken breasts and toss well to coat all pieces evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 20 to 30 minutes to absorb all the flavors.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and fully cooked through.
  3. Prepare the Spicy Feta Sauce: In a blender or mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, hot sauce to taste, garlic clove, water to thin the sauce as needed, and a pinch of salt. Blend or whisk until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
  4. Toast the Pita: Lightly toast the pita bread pieces in a pan or oven until they are warm and slightly crispy, enhancing their texture for the bowl base.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: Arrange the toasted pita pieces in bowls. Optionally add cooked rice or quinoa as an extra base layer. Top with the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, shredded lettuce, olives if using, and extra feta crumbles.
  6. Add the Spicy Feta Sauce: Drizzle the prepared spicy feta sauce generously over the assembled ingredients in each bowl.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Finish the bowls with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for longer if time allows for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity in the feta sauce based on your preferred spice level.
  • Use quinoa as a gluten-free option for the bowl base instead of pita bread.
  • Fresh vegetables can be swapped or added according to availability and preference.
  • Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Mediterranean chicken, pita bowl, spicy feta sauce, healthy dinner, grilled chicken bowl

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