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Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls Recipe

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Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls are flavorful and vibrant meals featuring marinated and oven-baked chicken paired with fresh cucumbers, avocado, feta, and creamy tzatziki and ginger tahini sauces. This dish offers a delicious balance of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, perfect for a wholesome, satisfying bowl meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

  • 1/3 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
  • 6 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • Chili flakes, to taste
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • Lettuce, for serving
  • Peperoncini, for serving
  • Onion, for serving
  • Tomatoes, for serving
  • Pitas, for serving
  • 1-2 cups Tzatziki sauce

Ginger Tahini Sauce

  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 teaspoons tamari
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 cup water (plus more as needed)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, cubed chicken, chopped garlic, shallots, smoked paprika, fresh oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
  2. Bake the chicken: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the marinated chicken evenly on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, then toss the chicken pieces and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes until fully cooked through. Switch the oven setting to broil and broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a nice char on the edges.
  3. Prepare the cucumber and avocado salad: While the chicken is baking, combine chopped Persian cucumbers, diced avocado, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Make the ginger tahini sauce: In a blender, combine tahini, grated ginger, grated garlic, tamari, lemon juice, honey, and 1/4 cup of water. Blend until smooth, adding more water as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Assemble the bowls: Lay a bed of lettuce in each bowl. Top with the baked chicken, cucumber-avocado salad, crumbled feta cheese, and any additional toppings like peperoncini, onions, tomatoes, or pita on the side. Add dollops of tzatziki sauce and drizzle with the prepared ginger tahini sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken longer (up to overnight) to deepen flavor and tenderness.
  • Use either chicken breasts or thighs, based on your preference for lean or slightly fattier meat.
  • Adjust chili flakes to your desired spice level.
  • The ginger tahini sauce can be thinned with additional water for a lighter drizzle or thickened by reducing water quantity.
  • Serve with warm pita bread for a more filling meal.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/greek-chicken-tzatziki-bowls-recipe/