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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl with Quinoa and Fresh Herbs
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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowl with Quinoa and Fresh Herbs

A nutritious and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired bowl featuring perfectly grilled chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a tangy lemon-herb dressing. This protein-packed meal is perfect for lunch or dinner and can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Servings
4
Rating
4.8/5

Ingredients

0/15
1.5lbsChicken breast

boneless, skinless

1cupQuinoa

rinsed

2cupsCherry tomatoes

halved

1largeCucumber

diced

1/2mediumRed onion

thinly sliced

1/2cupKalamata olives

pitted

4ozFeta cheese

crumbled

1/4cupFresh parsley

chopped

2tbspFresh mint

chopped

1/4cupOlive oil

extra virgin

3tbspLemon juice

freshly squeezed

2clovesGarlic

minced

1tspDried oregano
1tspSalt

or to taste

1/2tspBlack pepper

freshly ground

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Instructions

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Prepare the quinoa

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

20 minutes
2

Season and grill chicken

Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

15 minutes
165°F (74°C)
3

Make the dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

3 minutes
4

Prepare vegetables

While chicken is cooking, prepare all vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, and chop fresh herbs. Crumble feta cheese.

10 minutes
5

Assemble the bowls

Divide cooked quinoa among 4 bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with lemon-herb dressing and garnish with fresh parsley and mint.

5 minutes

Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings total)

485
Calories
38g
Protein
32g
Carbs
22g
Fat
5g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
680mg
Sodium
95mg
Cholesterol