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Greek Chicken Bowls with Creamy Tahini Feta Sauce: An Incredible 5-Ingredient Recipe


  • Author: Martha
  • Total Time: 0 hours

Ingredients

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish


Instructions

Crafting Greek Chicken Bowls with Creamy Tahini Feta Sauce is easy when you follow these steps:

1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
2. Cook Chicken: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Once done, allow it to rest before slicing.
3. Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Gradually add water until the desired consistency is achieved.
4. Cook Grains: While the chicken rests, prepare brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions if not already prepared.
5. Chop Vegetables: Dice the cucumber and slice the red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes for serving.
6. Assemble Bowls: In bowls, layer cooked brown rice or quinoa as the base, followed by sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
7. Drizzle Sauce: Generously drizzle the creamy tahini feta sauce over the top.
8. Add Toppings: Finish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley or cilantro for an added burst of flavor.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful and nutritious Greek Chicken Bowls!

By following these simple yet informative steps, you’ll find the process straightforward and gratifying. The result will be a beautiful bowl bursting with flavors and colors!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 30g