Lemon-Herb Chicken Bowl with Chickpeas & Feta
A vibrant and flavorful bowl featuring marinated chicken, chickpeas, and feta cheese, perfect for a nourishing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of cooked quinoa or rice
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish
- Mixed greens or spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Take the chicken breasts and let them bask in that marinade for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Combine the Base: In a separate bowl, combine the cooked quinoa or rice with the drained chickpeas and crumbled feta cheese.
- Slice and Layer: Once cooked, slice the chicken into strips and layer it over the quinoa mixture in your serving bowl.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve alongside mixed greens and sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg