High Protein Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls
Vibrant, zesty bowls featuring tender chicken marinated in lemon-dill, fresh veggies, warm grains, and creamy tzatziki. A high-protein, heart-healthy dish that’s quick to prepare and customizable for any dietary need.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying/Tzatziki
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped)
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup cooked brown rice (or quinoa)
1 cucumber, sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Kalamata olives (optional)
Fresh dill, for garnish
Tzatziki topping: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp grated cucumber, 1 clove garlic, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried dill (or fresh), salt to taste
Instructions
In a bowl, combine chicken cubes with olive oil, lemon juice, zest, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
In parallel, gently warm the cooked rice or quinoa.
Arrange rice in bowls, then top with cooked chicken, sliced cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
Toss tzatziki ingredients together and spoon over the bowl. Garnish with fresh dill and extra lemon wedges.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Substitute quinoa or kale for the rice for a low-carb option.
Add feta cheese or avocado for extra flavor (optional). Store leftover tzatziki in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
Meal prep: Cook chicken and assemble components separately for up to 4 days.