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Flavorful Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls Easy Homemade Tzatziki Recipe

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A quick and easy Greek chicken souvlaki bowl featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs paired with a creamy, fresh homemade tzatziki sauce, served over rice or quinoa with fresh veggies and feta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
  • ½ cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1 small handful Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • Feta cheese crumbles (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or resealable bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours.
  2. Grate cucumber and drain excess liquid using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Heat skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken thighs in a single layer and cook 5-6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Cook in batches if needed.
  4. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into bite-sized pieces or strips.
  5. Prepare grain base (rice or quinoa) according to package instructions. Chop romaine lettuce, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and slice Kalamata olives.
  6. Divide cooked grains among bowls. Top with sliced chicken, fresh veggies, olives, and feta cheese. Spoon tzatziki over the top. Optionally drizzle olive oil or sprinkle fresh parsley.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2 hours or overnight for best flavor. Drain grated cucumber thoroughly to avoid watery tzatziki. Avoid overcrowding pan when cooking chicken to get a good sear. Rest chicken before slicing to keep it juicy. Tzatziki can be made ahead and refrigerated. For smoky flavor, finish chicken on an outdoor grill or under broiler. Store leftovers separately and reheat gently.

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