Top-Greek Chicken Harvest Bowl with Cranberries and Feta
A vibrant Mediterranean harvest bowl featuring juicy lemon-oregano chicken, fluffy quinoa, crisp cucumbers, roasted sweet potatoes, dried cranberries, feta, and a creamy lemon herb dressing. Sweet, tangy, herby — perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Greek Chicken
2 chicken breasts (thin sliced)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper
For the Bowl
1 cup cooked quinoa (warm or chilled)
1 small sweet potato, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt, pepper
½ cup cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup sliced red onion
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup crumbled feta
Fresh parsley
Creamy Lemon Herb Dressing
3 tbsp Greek yogurt
1½ tbsp lemon juice
½ tbsp olive oil
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Pinch garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Roast Sweet Potatoes
Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Roast at 220°C (425°F) for 20–25 minutes until soft and caramelized.
2. Cook the Greek Chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Coat chicken and grill/pan-sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked.
Slice into strips.
3. Make Dressing
Whisk Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper.
4. Build Your Bowl
Layer:
Base of quinoa
Add roasted sweet potatoes
Add cucumbers, tomatoes, onion
Add cranberries
Top with sliced Greek chicken
Sprinkle with feta
Drizzle dressing
Garnish with parsley
Tips
Add chickpeas for extra protein.
Swap quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
For crunch: add toasted almonds or walnuts.
Make it meal-prep friendly — keeps for 3 days (dress before serving).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use leftover rotisserie chicken?
Yes — toss it with lemon & oregano for flavor.
Q: Substitute for sweet potato?
Butternut squash or roasted carrots work great.
Q: Is this Mediterranean-friendly?
Absolutely — whole grains, lean protein, vegetables, healthy fats.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 540
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 60g
Fat: 18g