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Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Mediterranean Chicken Quinoa Bowl


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  • Author: Kate Walton
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A fresh and satisfying Mediterranean-inspired bowl loaded with juicy marinated chicken, crisp veggies, tangy feta, and nutty quinoa. This healthy and quick recipe is perfect for meal prep, light dinners, or wholesome lunches. Ideal for anyone looking for easy dinner ideas, healthy meal prep, and protein-packed food ideas.


Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, diced

1 cup quinoa (uncooked)

2 cups water

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup cucumber, sliced

1/2 cup Kalamata olives

1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add diced chicken breast and marinate for 30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).

2. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, then fluff with a fork.

3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.

4. Slice cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, chop parsley, and set out feta and olives.

5. In a bowl, layer quinoa, followed by chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta. Garnish with parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

You can substitute quinoa with couscous, brown rice, or farro for variety.

For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with roasted chickpeas or grilled tofu.

Store components separately in airtight containers to keep them fresh for up to 4 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch
  • Method: Skillet, Stove
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 570mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg