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An angled shot of a fully assembled High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowl, showing the distinct sections of fresh ingredients and grilled chicken.

High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls (30-Minute Recipe)

These High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Bowls are packed with over 40g of protein! Featuring charred grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, fresh vegetables, feta, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. The perfect healthy and easy meal prep recipe.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 585

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice, fresh
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper, freshly cracked
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup English Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice, fresh
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1 cup White Quinoa, uncooked
  • 2 cups Water or Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup English Cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives, whole
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
  • 1 pinch Dry Dill Flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Grill or Grill Pan
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 3 Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Grate English cucumber onto a kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove all excess liquid. In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, 1 tsp of dried dill, and salt. Stir until combined. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken chunks with olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 4-6 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through to 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Thoroughly rinse uncooked quinoa. In a saucepan, combine quinoa, water or broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  4. Divide quinoa among four bowls. Top with chicken, diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and sliced red onion, arranging them in distinct sections. Sprinkle with feta cheese, add a dollop of tzatziki in the center, and garnish the sauce with a pinch of dry dill flakes.

Notes

Don't Skip Rinsing the Quinoa: It’s a small step that makes a huge difference in the final taste of your base.
Let The Chicken Rest: Allowing the grilled chicken to rest for 5 minutes is crucial for ensuring every bite is moist and tender.
Get Your Grill Pan Hot: A screaming-hot pan is the secret to getting those beautiful, dark char marks on the chicken without overcooking it.
Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste your tzatziki and adjust the seasonings to fit your preference perfectly.