Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bowls offer a balanced and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal. Enjoy grilled seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and cool tzatziki served over rice.
Author:Elias Rodger
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling/Pan-Frying
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:None
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
2 cups water or chicken broth
1/2 English cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Season chicken with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-fry until cooked through and lightly charred. Slice into strips or dice.
Cook rice according to package directions using water or chicken broth.
Prepare tzatziki: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble bowls: Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
Spoon a generous amount of tzatziki over each bowl. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For meal prep, store chicken, rice, and vegetables separately from the tzatziki. Assemble just before serving.
Add Kalamata olives or feta cheese for extra Mediterranean flavor.
Adjust seasoning to your preference.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.