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Mediterranean Chicken Bowls: Fresh and Colorful Meal with Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Bowls: Fresh and Colorful Meal with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast (marinated in lemon juice and dill); 1 cup basmati rice; 1 cucumber (diced); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 bell pepper (diced); 1 2 red onion (diced); 1 cup tzatziki sauce; salt (to taste); pepper (to taste); olive oil (for cooking); fresh herbs (parsley or mint for garnish)

By Olivia HayesAug 22, 2026

Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are a fresh and vibrant meal option that combines marinated chicken, fluffy basmati rice, and an array of crisp vegetables, all topped with creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your tastes. The zesty marinade infuses the tender chicken with flavor, while the colorful vegetables add both texture and appeal. Serve these bowls warm for the best flavor experience.

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60 min total4 servings

Ingredients

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Servings

4

•1 lb chicken breast (marinated in lemon juice and dill)
•1 cup basmati rice
•1 cucumber (diced)
•1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
•1 bell pepper (diced)
•1 2 red onion (diced)
•1 cup tzatziki sauce
•salt (to taste)
•pepper (to taste)
•olive oil (for cooking)
•fresh herbs (parsley or mint for garnish)

Instructions

1
Combine chicken breast with lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2
Prepare the basmati rice according to package instructions, about 15 minutes.
3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
5
Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
6
Layer the rice with sliced chicken in serving bowls.
7
Top with diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion.
8
Drizzle tzatziki sauce on top and garnish with fresh herbs.
9
Serve immediately.