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Spicy Greek Chicken Rice Bowl

A bold Mediterranean rice bowl with spicy grilled Greek chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy yogurt sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Bowl Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Add chicken and marinate 30 minutes to overnight.
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side.
  5. Rest and slice chicken.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, and toppings.
  7. Drizzle with yogurt sauce and serve.

Notes

Adjust spice level to taste. Great for meal prep.