Greek Chicken Pita Bowl with Lemon Oregano Dressing
This Greek Chicken Pita Bowl is a fresh, hearty Mediterranean meal in one bowl.
It features grilled lemon-oregano chicken served over a base of rice or torn pita bread, with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, feta, and olives.
Drizzled with a tangy, herby lemon dressing, it’s satisfying, vibrant, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Oregano Dressing:
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest
½ tsp dijon mustard
½ tsp honey
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Bowl:
1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
1 pita bread, toasted or warmed, cut into triangles
½ cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup Kalamata olives, halved
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
A handful of fresh parsley or mint, chopped
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Add chicken and toss to coat well.
Marinate for 15–30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
2. Make the Lemon Oregano Dressing
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, zest, mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Shake or whisk until emulsified and set aside.
3. Grill or Pan-Sear the Chicken
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F / 74°C internal temp).
Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
4. Assemble the Bowls
Add a base of rice, quinoa, or pita triangles to your bowl.
Top with grilled chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta.
Drizzle generously with lemon oregano dressing.
Garnish with parsley or mint for freshness.
Optional Additions
Add a spoonful of tzatziki, hummus, or roasted chickpeas.
Include roasted red peppers or grilled zucchini for extra color and flavor.
Sprinkle sumac or chili flakes for a light kick.
Tips & Notes
For meal prep: store chicken, dressing, and veggies separately, and assemble before eating.
Use whole-wheat pita for extra fiber and a nutty taste.
Can be served warm or chilled — both taste amazing!
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~480 kcal
Protein: 36g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fat: 22g
Fiber: 3g