Description
A vibrant and customizable Greek-inspired chicken bowl board that features seasoned grilled chicken thighs, fluffy Greek or basmati rice, creamy tzatziki and hummus, tangy feta cheese, fresh vegetables, Kalamata olives, and warm pita bread. Perfect for sharing and letting everyone build their own flavorful Mediterranean bowl.
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 600 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Base and Toppings
- 3 cups cooked Greek or basmati rice
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Side
- 4 pita breads
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the seasoning mixture.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade and let them marinate for at least 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the hot skillet or grill and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is fully cooked through.
- Rest and Slice the Chicken: Remove the chicken from heat and allow it to rest for 5 minutes; then slice it into bite-sized pieces for serving.
- Assemble the Board: On a large serving board or platter, arrange the cooked rice, sliced chicken, cucumber slices, chopped tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, hummus, tzatziki, and chopped parsley in separate sections.
- Warm the Pita Bread: Warm the pita breads briefly on the skillet or in the oven; then cut them into wedges.
- Serve: Place the pita wedges around the board and invite everyone to build their own customized Greek chicken bowl with their preferred ingredients and sauces.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Enhance the bowl by adding roasted red peppers, chickpeas, or pickled vegetables for additional flavor and texture.
- Prepare the chicken and sauces ahead of time to make entertaining easier and stress-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Main Course, Party Food
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
