High Protein Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls
A delicious and healthy meal featuring tender chicken marinated in lemon-dill sauce, served with fresh vegetables and basmati rice.
Ingredients
For the Marinade and Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts Skinless and boneless preferred
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
- 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh or dried dill
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin olive oil preferred
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground if possible
For the Bowl
- 1 cup Basmati rice Cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup Cucumber Chopped
- 1 cup Tomatoes Chopped
- 1/2 cup Red onion Thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Tzatziki sauce For serving, store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate chicken in lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook basmati rice according to package instructions.
Cooking
- Grill or bake the marinated chicken until cooked through.
Assembly
- Prepare a salad with chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Serve the chicken over rice with salad on the side and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Notes
For best results, store leftovers separately in airtight containers. Adjust the marinade by adding garlic or other herbs as desired. You can substitute quinoa for basmati rice for a different grain option.