Looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal? Try this Spicy Chicken Tzatziki Bowl loaded with fresh ingredients! 🍗🌿🍚
Ingredients:
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp smoked paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp cumin
– 1/2 tsp chili flakes
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 cup cooked quinoa, couscous, or brown rice
– 1/2 cucumber, diced
– 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Marinate the Chicken: Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Coat the chicken in this delicious marinade, letting it soak up those flavors for at least 20 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet to medium-high. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until it’s fully cooked (internal temperature should hit 165°F). Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into tasty strips.
3. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh dill, and salt and pepper in a small bowl. Stir it all together until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
4. Prepare the Bowl Ingredients: Cook your choice of quinoa, couscous, or rice according to the package instructions. Dice that fresh cucumber and slice the red onion, then set everything aside.
5. Assemble the Bowl: In each bowl, place a bed of your cooked grain. Top it off with the sliced spicy chicken, diced cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Don’t skimp on that creamy tzatziki sauce—drizzle generously!
6. Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or cilantro on top and dig in right away.
Enjoy this vibrant bowl of flavors that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table! 🌶️🥗
