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Clean Eating Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls! Recipe

Clean Eating Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowls! Recipe
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A healthy and vibrant Clean Eating Greek Chicken Meal Prep Bowl featuring marinated chicken thighs, fresh vegetables, quinoa, feta cheese, and a homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for nutritious make-ahead lunches or dinners that are packed with Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Greek Chicken Marinade:

  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or tenders, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1/2 a fresh lemon, juiced
  • 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
  • 1 Tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 Tbsps plain Greek yogurt
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about 1/4 teaspoon of each)

To Assemble Bowls:

  • 1 large English cucumber or 2 medium cucumbers, chopped
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
  • 3 oz feta cheese, cubed

Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 small cucumber (skin on), very finely diced
  • 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Tbsps packed fresh dill weed, very finely chopped
  • 1/2 a fresh lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon each)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium glass bowl, whisk together avocado oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, smoked paprika, plain Greek yogurt, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the marinade, thoroughly coating them. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes up to 4 hours to allow flavors to penetrate.
  3. Bring chicken to room temperature: Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge about 10 minutes before cooking to let it come to room temperature for even cooking.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and slightly browned.
  5. Prepare the tzatziki sauce: While chicken cooks, combine Greek yogurt, finely diced cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk well, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Assemble the meal prep bowls: Distribute cooked quinoa evenly among four glass meal prep containers (about 1/2 cup each). Add chopped cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, black olives, cooked chicken, and cubed feta cheese to each container.
  7. Add tzatziki and store: Place a spoonful of prepared tzatziki sauce on top of each bowl. Cover airtight and refrigerate. These bowls keep well for 3-5 days and are delicious served cold.
  8. Enjoy your meal prep: Grab a bowl when ready for a quick, nutritious, and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired lunch or dinner that supports clean eating goals.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  • Use avocado oil or olive oil in the marinade for healthy fats.
  • Quinoa is a great gluten-free grain option packed with protein.
  • Tzatziki sauce can be made ahead of time and kept refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • You can swap chicken thighs for chicken breast if preferred, adjusting cook time accordingly.
  • Feel free to customize bowl veggies with bell peppers or spinach for added variety.
  • Store assembled bowls in airtight containers and consume within 5 days for freshness.
  • This meal prep is excellent for clean eating and fits well into gluten-free, low salt, and vegetarian diets if chicken is omitted.

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