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r Rice Bowl with Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce Recipe

r Rice Bowl with Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce Recipe
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This vibrant Lemon Dijon Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowl is a healthy, flavorful meal featuring tender chicken marinated in zesty lemon and Dijon mustard, served atop protein-packed cauliflower rice. Enhanced with fresh vegetables and finished with a creamy, tangy Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce, this dish is perfect for a low-carb, nutritious lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Lemon Dijon Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cauliflower Rice:

  • 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce:

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Assembly:

  • 1 cup chopped spinach or mixed greens
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup sliced cucumber
  • Optional: fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Lemon Dijon Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade until well coated. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and golden. Remove from heat.
  2. Prepare the Cauliflower Rice: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add riced cauliflower, salt, and pepper, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender. Stir in chopped parsley and remove from heat.
  3. Make the Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Assemble the Cauliflower Rice Bowl: In individual bowls, layer cauliflower rice as the base. Top with cooked lemon Dijon chicken, spinach or mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Drizzle generously with lemon feta yogurt sauce. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken marinade.
  • Ricing the cauliflower can be done using a food processor or pre-riced cauliflower from the store to save time.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer sauce or low-fat for fewer calories.
  • Chicken can be substituted with turkey breast if preferred.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out the chicken.

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Keywords: lemon chicken, Dijon mustard chicken, cauliflower rice bowl, healthy chicken recipe, low carb bowl, Greek yogurt sauce, lemon feta sauce, quick chicken dinner

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