Description
Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bowls combine tender seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta cheese for a fresh and satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Olives for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Divide the cooked rice among bowls.
- Top with the sautéed chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- Garnish with olives.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and oregano for up to 1 hour before cooking. You can also substitute brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg