Fresh, colorful, and high-protein, this bowl brings a Mediterranean punch to your everyday meals.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 12 min
- Total: 27 min
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
For the bowl
- 2 cups chopped romaine
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- Lemon wedges for serving
For the tzatziki
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or ½ tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken and let marinate 10 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
- Make the tzatziki by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble bowls with romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, and sliced chicken.
- Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts (approx per bowl)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 44 g
- Carbs: 22 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
Quick Facts
- High protein
- Mediterranean trend
- Meal prep friendly
- Perfect for lunches
- Light, fresh, flavorful
Tips
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Add cooked quinoa or rice for a more filling version.
- Chill the tzatziki 30 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- For more one-pan ideas, check our One-Pan Chicken Skillet Recipe.
Variations
- Swap chicken for grilled shrimp or turkey.
- Add olives or roasted peppers.
- Spice it up with chili flakes.
- Love a creamy twist? Try pairing with our Creamy Garlic Chicken for a heartier dinner version.