Power up your week with these vibrant Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls! Featuring zesty marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, fluffy basmati rice, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for high-protein meal prep and satisfying lunches.
1¼ lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
⅓ cup olive oil
1½ tbsp lemon zest
3 tbsp lemon juice
2½ tbsp honey
1 tsp garlic powder
1½ tsp oregano
1½ tsp basil
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes
2 cups basmati rice
2 cups water (for rice)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups diced tomatoes
2 cups chopped cucumber
4 cups chopped lettuce
1 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
For the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, 3 tbsp lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken cubes and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Rice: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, 1 tbsp lemon juice, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well and set aside.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked basmati rice among four bowls. Top with the cooked lemon-dill chicken, diced tomatoes, chopped cucumber, chopped lettuce, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle generously with the tzatziki sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
For meal prep, store components separately in airtight containers and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
You can substitute basmati rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a grain-free option.
Add other Mediterranean vegetables like bell peppers or olives as desired.