Description
These Low-Carb Greek Chicken Bowls are a fresh and flavorful meal perfecta for a healthy lunch or dinner. Featuring marinated grilled chicken breasts served over a bed of crisp cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onions, all topped with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This dish is quick to prepare, packed with protein, and ideal for a low-carb diet.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 1 cucumber, diced (plus extra grated cucumber for tzatziki)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp agar-agar powder
- 1 clove garlic (or garlic powder), minced
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all chicken pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt with chopped fresh dill, grated cucumber (make sure to squeeze out excess moisture for a thicker consistency), garlic powder or minced garlic, salt, and agar-agar powder. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate to thicken the sauce.
- Cook Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Place the marinated chicken breasts on the heat and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
- Chop Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. These will form the fresh base of your bowls.
- Assemble Bowls: In serving bowls, layer the chopped vegetables first, then place sliced cooked chicken breasts over the top. Generously drizzle with the prepared tzatziki sauce to add creaminess and flavor.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish the bowls with extra fresh dill or olives if desired for an authentic Greek touch. Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer than one hour will enhance the flavor even more.
- Make sure to squeeze out excess water from the grated cucumber in the tzatziki to avoid a watery sauce.
- Agar-agar powder is used here to slightly thicken the tzatziki but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Check chicken internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it is cooked safely.
- Feel free to add olives or a sprinkle of feta cheese to the bowls for a more traditional Greek flavor.
