Description
Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying meal that combines juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy feta cheese over a bed of fluffy basmati rice. This nutritious dish is not only bursting with Mediterranean flavors but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and zesty lemon, this bowl is customizable to your taste preferences. Whether you’re serving it for lunch, dinner, or at gatherings, the Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl promises to delight your palate and nourish your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook basmati rice with chicken broth in a saucepan until tender.
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Slice the grilled chicken and layer it over the cooked rice in a bowl.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg