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Greek Chicken Bowls with Tzatziki – High-Protein Healthy Meal Prep

High-protein Greek chicken bowls with quinoa, crisp veggies, and creamy homemade tzatziki. A Mediterranean-inspired meal prep lunch perfect for health-conscious eaters.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Bowls
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt low-fat recommended
  • ¼ cucumber finely grated
  • ½ tsp lemon juice
  • ½ clove garlic minced
  • ½ tsp dried dill or fresh dill chopped
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Grill pan or nonstick skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Airtight glass meal prep containers

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Chicken:
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for stronger flavor).
  4. Cook the Chicken:
  5. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add chicken pieces and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  7. Prepare the Tzatziki:
  8. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  9. Assemble the Bowls:
  10. Divide quinoa among 4 containers. Top with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta.
  11. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce or pack separately for meal prep.
  12. Garnish:
  13. Sprinkle with parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.

Notes

💡 Tips & Variations
Use quinoa for more fiber and complete amino acids.
Swap feta for goat cheese if preferred.
Add kalamata olives or roasted red peppers for authentic Mediterranean flair.
Choose low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter tzatziki.
Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days for fresh meal prep.