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Greek Chicken and Quinoa Protein Bowl

Greek Chicken & Quinoa Protein Bowl

This Greek Chicken & Quinoa Protein Bowl is a healthy, high-protein meal made with juicy seasoned chicken, fluffy quinoa, fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon dressing. Ready in around 30 minutes, it's perfect for meal prep, easy lunches, or a quick and nutritious family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 serves
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 600 g Chicken Breast
  • 1 cup Quinoa (dry)
  • 250 h Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 Cucumber
  • 1/2 Red onion
  • 100 g Feta cheese
  • 2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Lemon
  • 2 Cloves Garlic
  • 2 Tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • Salt & Pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Add it to a saucepan with the recommended amount of water or chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with olive oil, dried oregano, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat a large frying pan or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F). Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Prepare the vegetables: While the chicken is resting, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and crumble the feta.
  5. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa between four serving bowls. Top with the sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta.
  7. Finish and serve: Drizzle each bowl with the lemon dressing and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, dill, or mint if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • Rinse the quinoa before cooking to remove its natural bitter coating and improve the flavour.
  • Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Cook the quinoa in chicken or vegetable stock instead of water for extra flavour.
  • Store the dressing separately if meal prepping to keep the vegetables crisp and fresh.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free when using certified gluten-free ingredients.
  • Add Kalamata olives, avocado, hummus, or tzatziki for even more Mediterranean flavour.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making this an excellent meal prep recipe.