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Easy Flavor-Packed Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls Recipe for Perfect Tzatziki

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A quick and easy Greek chicken souvlaki bowl featuring juicy herb-marinated chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, and fresh veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or warm pita bread
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley or mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. While chicken marinates, grate cucumber finely and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Slice cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, thinly slice red onion, and slice Kalamata olives. Cook rice according to package instructions or warm pita bread.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers and grill 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). If no skewers, cook chicken pieces in grill pan, flipping halfway.
  5. Assemble bowls by layering rice or pita, grilled chicken, fresh veggies, olives, and feta. Spoon tzatziki over top and garnish with parsley or mint.

Notes

Squeeze grated cucumber well to avoid watery tzatziki. Marinate chicken at least 30 minutes for best flavor but no longer than 4 hours to prevent mushiness. Preheat grill pan well and avoid flipping chicken too often for best char and juiciness. Tzatziki can be made ahead and refrigerated. If no grill, cook chicken in skillet or bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.

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