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Delicious Greek Chicken Bowls with Lemony Quinoa served in a vibrant bowl

Sunny Greek Chicken Bowls with Lemony Quinoa

Bright and fresh, these Sunny Greek Chicken Bowls feature marinated chicken and lemony quinoa, making them a perfect, protein-packed meal for weeknights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 570 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken marinade

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp olive oil for chicken marinade
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice for chicken marinade
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced for marinade
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dried dill
  • 0.5 tsp salt for marinade
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

For the quinoa

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for quinoa
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice for quinoa
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste for quinoa

For the bowl toppings

  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 0.5 cup hummus
  • Fresh dill and parsley, for garnish

For the vinaigrette

  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced for vinaigrette
  • 1 tsp dried oregano for vinaigrette
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped for vinaigrette
  • Salt and pepper, to taste for vinaigrette

Instructions
 

Marinate the chicken

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, dill, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.

Cook the quinoa

  • While the chicken marinates, rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Rest and season the quinoa

  • Remove the quinoa from heat and let it stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Make the vinaigrette

  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside to let flavors meld.

Cook the chicken

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through to 165°F, about 6 to 8 minutes.

Assemble the bowls

  • Divide the lemony quinoa among four bowls. Top with the cooked chicken, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and a dollop of hummus. Drizzle with the lemon-herb vinaigrette and sprinkle with crumbled feta, fresh dill, and parsley.

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat chicken and quinoa, then assemble with fresh veggies. Hummus and feta keep best cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g
Keyword Greek chicken bowls, Healthy Dinner, Lemony quinoa, meal prep, quick meals
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