Fresh Mediterranean Chicken Bowl With Rice
A vibrant and healthy Mediterranean chicken bowl featuring tender grilled chicken, fluffy rice, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a dish and coat them with half of the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle the remaining marinade over the rice mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Divide the rice salad into serving bowls, top with sliced grilled chicken, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, serve with a dollop of tzatziki or a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.