Description
Greek Chicken Orzo Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying meal combining grilled chicken, orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a tangy lemon-oregano dressing. It’s a complete, healthy dish with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta (uncooked)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable broth vinegar (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (for dressing)
- Salt and pepper to taste (for dressing)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Cook the orzo: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions (usually about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vegetable broth vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the bowls: In each bowl, layer cooked orzo, sliced chicken, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the top and gently toss to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use. These bowls are great for meal prep!
Notes
- For added flavor, you can grill the vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers and add them to the bowl.
- This recipe can be customized with different proteins, like shrimp or lamb, or even chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
