Mediterranean Chicken Lentil Bowl
Juicy lemon-herb chicken served over warm lentils with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light yogurt-tahini drizzle. Balanced, comforting, and meal-prep friendly.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: ~35 minutes
Ingredients
Lemon Herb Chicken
2 chicken breasts, sliced or cubed
1½ tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Zest of ½ lemon
1 garlic clove, grated
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt & black pepper
Lentil Base
1½ cups cooked green or brown lentils
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
¼ tsp cumin
Salt to taste
Fresh Veggies
½ cup cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Light Drizzle
¼ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt
Water to thin
Optional Toppings
Fresh parsley or mint
Olives
Avocado slices
Chili flakes
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Chicken
Heat a pan over medium heat with olive oil
Add chicken, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt & pepper
Cook 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through
Finish with lemon juice & zest
2️⃣ Season Lentils
Warm lentils and toss with olive oil, lemon juice, cumin & salt
3️⃣ Make Drizzle
Whisk yogurt, tahini, lemon juice & salt
Add water until pourable
4️⃣ Assemble Bowl
Lentils → veggies → chicken
Drizzle sauce and add toppings
Tips
Use grilled chicken for extra flavor
Add roasted carrots or zucchini for warmth
Dairy-free? Skip yogurt and drizzle olive oil & lemon
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Good for weight loss?
Yes — high protein + fiber keeps you full longer.
Q: Meal-prep friendly?
Very! Keeps 3 days refrigerated.
Q: Can I use canned lentils?
Yes, rinse and drain well.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 520 kcal
Protein: 40 g
Fiber: 13 g
Healthy fats: 24 g