Greek Chicken Salad Bowl
Description:
A vibrant and nutritious bowl featuring grilled lemon-oregano chicken, fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, red onions, feta cheese, and a tangy homemade Greek dressing over crisp greens or quinoa.
⏱ Time:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Salad Bowl:
4 cups romaine lettuce or mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced or chopped
1/4 red onion, thinly slice
1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Optional: 1 cup cooked quinoa or orzo pasta
Greek Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes (or overnight for stronger flavor).
Cook the Chicken
Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let it rest, then slice thinly.
Prepare the Dressing
Whisk all dressing ingredients in a small bowl or shake in a jar.
Assemble the Bowl
Start with a base of greens (or quinoa/orzo).
Add tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, olves, and feta.
Top with sliced grilled chicken.
Drizzle with Greek dressing.
Sere
Enjoy immediately or pack for a meal prep bowl.
️ Nutritional Info (Per serving, without quinoa):
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: ~35g
Carbs: ~10g
Fat: ~25g
Fiber: ~3g
❓FAQs:
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
A: Yes! Swap the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
Q: How long does it keep?
A: Store without dressing for up to 3 days in the fridge. Add dressing right before serving.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Absolutely. Layer ingredients in jars or meal prep containers, keeping wet ingredie
nts at the bottom.