Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with these Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls. Juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon and fresh dill comes together with colorful vegetables and a hearty grain base for a meal that’s both delightful and nourishing. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chopped dill to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade and cover. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare your rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Dice cherry tomatoes and cucumbers; combine with remaining dill in a separate bowl.
- Once cooked, slice the chicken into strips. Assemble bowls with a base of rice or quinoa topped with sliced chicken and fresh veggies. Drizzle with any leftover marinade if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 420g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Feel free to customize vegetables or add feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge; reheat gently to maintain texture.