Description
Tender grilled chicken with lemony marinade, aromatic rice, chunky hummus, and a refreshing Greek salad come together into a vibrant, one-bowl meal inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. Quick, nutritious, and perfect for families or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain rice (cooks to about 3 1/2 cups)
4 cups cooked rice
1 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained
3 tbsp tahini
3 tbsp olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 tbsp juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt to taste
1 English cucumber, diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 tbsp olive oil (for salad)
Juice of 1/2 lemon (for salad)
Fresh dill and parsley, chopped
Optional: pita bread cubes or toasted nuts for crunch
Instructions
Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
Cook rice: Rinse rice, then cook it in chicken or vegetable broth for added flavor. Set aside.
Prepare hummus: In a food processor, combine garbanzo beans, tahini, 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth or chunky, as preferred.
Make salad: In a bowl, toss diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice (avoid wine-based vinaigrettes), and chopped herbs.
Grill chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until charred and juicy.
Assemble bowls: Layer cooked rice, grilled chicken, hummus, and Greek salad in each bowl. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
Avoid using red wine vinegar in the salad dressing—opt for plain lemon juice instead.
Substitute feta with halal-compliant cheese like ricotta or goat cheese if preferred.
Rice can be cooked ahead and refrigerated; stir in a splash of water before reheating.
Adjust lemon intensity by adding honey or maple syrup to taste.
Use zucchini or bell peppers for added variety.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg