Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 4 small chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
- 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
For the Tzatziki
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thick. Place chicken in a shallow bowl or ziplock bag, pour over the marinade, and ensure each piece is well coated. Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours for deeper flavor.
- Make the Tzatziki: In a separate bowl, mix together plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and fresh chopped dill. Stir until smooth and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Prep Rice and Veggies: Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Prepare the vegetables by halving the tomatoes, chopping the cucumber, shredding the romaine lettuce, slicing the red onion, and crumbling the feta cheese. Optionally, you can add olives if desired.
- Cook the Chicken: When ready to cook, preheat your air fryer to 380°F. Air fry the chicken on one side for 7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Alternatively, heat a skillet over medium/low heat with oil or butter and fry chicken for 7–8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Rest and Slice Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips. This helps retain the juiciness.
- Assemble the Bowls: Fill each bowl with rice or quinoa, arrange the veggies and feta on top, then add the sliced chicken. Spoon a generous amount of tzatziki over everything. Finish with an optional drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for extra freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, cook rice or quinoa in chicken broth, and add lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like parsley and chives once cooked.
- Add pitted olives to the bowls to make them more traditional.
- The chicken and tzatziki can be made ahead and stored separately for meal prep throughout the week.
- Swap rice for quinoa for a higher protein, gluten-free bowl.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 603 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: —
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: —
- Unsaturated Fat: —
- Trans Fat: —
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: —