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Easy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

Fresh, colorful, and full of vibrant flavors, this Easy Mediterranean Chicken Bowl recipe is one of my favorite meals when I want something healthy without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Juicy seasoned...
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup sliced Kalamata olives
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  5. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  6. Divide the rice or quinoa, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, hummus, and feta cheese among serving bowls.
  7. Top each bowl with the sliced chicken.
  8. Drizzle the lemon dressing over each bowl.
  9. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.