Description
These Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls are a delicious and wholesome meal option that brings together marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, creamy tzatziki sauce, and flavorful toppings. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade:
- 1/3 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
- Chili flakes, Kosher salt, and black pepper
Toppings:
- 2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 6 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1-2 cup Tzatziki sauce
- Lettuce, peperoncini, onion, tomatoes, and pitas, for serving
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 2 tsp tamari
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp honey
Ginger Tahini:
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine yogurt, olive oil, chicken, garlic, shallots, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat oven to 425°F. Bake chicken for 15 minutes, toss, and bake another 5-10 minutes until cooked through. Broil for 1-2 minutes until charred.
- Prepare the Toppings: Mix cucumbers, avocado, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings based on your preferences.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg