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High protein Mediterranean chicken bowl with quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, and tzatziki

High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 680 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 large lemon , juiced
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 185 g uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 375 ml low -sodium chicken broth
  • 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 English cucumber , diced
  • 50 g red onion, thinly sliced
  • 60 g kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 120 g Greek yogurt tzatziki
  • 60 g hummu s

Method
 

  1. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Combine rinsed quinoa and chicken broth in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet. Add the chicken and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Turn occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). The exterior should be golden brown.
  4. Prepare the vegetable components by dicing the cucumber, halving the tomatoes, and slicing the red onion.
  5. Divide the cooked quinoa equally into four serving bowls.
  6. Distribute the grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives evenly across the bowls.
  7. Top each bowl with 30g of tzatziki, 15g of hummus, and 25g of crumbled feta cheese.
  8. Serve immediately or store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.