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Tzatziki Chicken Bowls with Cucumber Salad

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Tzatziki Chicken Bowls with Cucumber Salad are a Mediterranean-inspired meal featuring yogurt-marinated chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, crisp cucumber-avocado salad, and fluffy rice. It’s a wholesome, protein-rich dish perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (including marinating)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (0% or low fat)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (or cauliflower rice)
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives
  • Juice of 1 lemon (for salad)
  • ½ cup tzatziki (homemade or store-bought)
  • Pickled onions (optional)
  • Sliced cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • Crumbled feta (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer chicken to a baking dish with extra marinade. Bake for 20–22 minutes until cooked through (165°F/74°C). Let rest, then slice or dice.
  3. To make tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and dill. Chill until serving.
  4. In a separate bowl, make cucumber salad by combining cucumbers, avocado, dill, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble bowls with a base of rice, then top with chicken, cucumber salad, tzatziki, and any optional toppings like pickled onions, cherry tomatoes, or feta.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Swap chicken thighs with breasts or tofu for a lighter/vegetarian option.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb variation.
  • Grill chicken instead of baking for a smoky flavor.
  • Prepare tzatziki in advance for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

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