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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Bowls

A vibrant and healthy dish featuring marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Bowl Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1 lemon sliced for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
Assemble the Bowls
  1. In each bowl, place a serving of cooked quinoa. Top with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and parsley. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference. This dish can be served warm or cold.

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