Description
A vibrant bowl of zesty flavors featuring marinated chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for health-conscious meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- Optional: greens like spinach or arugula for a base
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the chicken breasts. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to mix the flavors, then add the chicken, ensuring it’s coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes; however, if time permits, an hour in the fridge will deepen the flavor.
- While the chicken marinates, prep your vegetables. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red onion and bell pepper. Keep them vibrant and fresh.
- Once you’re ready, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook them for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and golden brown.
- After cooking, let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken into strips.
- To assemble your bowl, lay down a bed of greens, if you choose this option. Next, artfully arrange the sliced chicken on top. Add the diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, red onions, and bell peppers. Drizzle with a teaspoon of red wine vinegar and sprinkle with feta cheese if desired.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas. This dish holds its freshness quite well; prepare components separately and assemble before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg