Description
A vibrant and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Bowl featuring marinated chicken, protein-rich quinoa, and colorful veggies, perfect for easy meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 cup Cucumber
- 1/2 medium Red Onion
- 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese
- 1/2 cup Hummus
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 2 pieces Lemon Wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts, ensuring they are covered in the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, lower the heat, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Bake the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Allow it to rest for a few minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the chicken is baking, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Assemble Your Bowls: On a base of quinoa, layer sliced chicken, followed by your veggies, olives, and feta cheese. Top with a generous dollop of hummus and garnish with parsley.
- Serve: Add lemon wedges on the side for that refreshing zing!
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use chicken broth instead of water for cooking the quinoa for extra taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, healthy meal, chicken recipe, quinoa bowl, easy dinner