Description
Enjoy a vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Bowl loaded with juicy chicken breast, fresh crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and creamy plant-based cheese over fluffy couscous or rice. This quick, healthy dish bursts with natural flavors and textures, perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and heart-healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (natural)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 400g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Fresh Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
Additional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cooked couscous or rice
- Extra virgin olive oil (natural), for drizzling
- Fresh lemon juice (natural), for finishing (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, fresh lemon juice (natural), extra virgin olive oil (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Add bite-sized chicken breast pieces and toss well. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the vibrant flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Turn occasionally for even cooking and to seal in the juices.
- Prepare Fresh Vegetables: While the chicken cooks, dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onions, chop olives, and finely chop fresh parsley and mint. These fresh ingredients add crisp texture and herbaceous aroma.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a warm base of cooked couscous or rice. Layer the cooked chicken on top, then scatter the fresh vegetables over the chicken. Sprinkle with crumbled plant-based cheese and chopped herbs. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil (natural) and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice (natural) if desired, for an extra zing.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Allow cooked chicken to rest a few minutes before assembling to retain juices.
- Use fresh parsley and mint rather than dried for brighter flavor.
- Taste and adjust lemon juice and olive oil amounts to balance acidity and richness.
- Chop vegetables just before serving to preserve crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken bowl, healthy chicken recipe, quick chicken bowl, plant-based cheese, fresh vegetables, couscous bowl, nutritious meal
