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Mediterranean Rice Bowl

Mediterranean Rice Bowl with Grilled Chicken Goodness

A delectable Mediterranean Rice Bowl featuring juicy grilled chicken tawook, basmati rice, and fresh cucumber-tomato salad.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup Full Fat Greek Yogurt Can use dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh preferred
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste Can substitute with tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp Spices (Paprika, Kosher Salt, Dried Oregano/Thyme) Adjust as desired
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Can substitute with jasmine or long-grain rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cucumber Chopped
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Chopped, cherry tomatoes can be used
  • 0.5 cup Hummus For serving
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Naan or Pita Bread Gluten-free alternatives available

Equipment

  • grill
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mediterranean Rice Bowl
  1. Start by cutting the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, combine full-fat Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, tomato paste, paprika, kosher salt, and dried oregano.
  2. Mix well before adding the chicken cubes, ensuring they are fully coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Skewer the marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers and grill for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. In a large saucepan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Stir in the basmati rice, toast briefly, then add chicken broth. Simmer for 15 minutes, then let sit covered.
  5. Prepare your salad by chopping cucumber and tomatoes, mixing with olive oil and seasoning. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice, grilled chicken skewers, cucumber-tomato salad, and a dollop of hummus. Serve with naan or pita bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store individual components separately for freshness. Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor.

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