Ingredients
– 2 cups quinoa
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon oregano
– 1 teaspoon thyme
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
– Lemon wedges, for serving
– Greek dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Creating Greek Chicken Quinoa Bowl Meal Prep is an enjoyable process. Follow these simple steps to make your meal prep hassle-free:
1. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine quinoa with 4 cups of water or low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until fluffy. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes.
2. Prepare the Chicken: While the quinoa cooks, preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill or pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Allow it to rest before slicing.
4. Chop the Vegetables: While the chicken is grilling, chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, grilled chicken (sliced), diced vegetables, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
6. Dress the Salad: Drizzle your Greek dressing over the mixture. Toss gently to combine all ingredients well.
7. Portion for Meal Prep: Divide the quinoa bowls into meal prep containers. Each bowl should include an equal portion of quinoa, chicken, veggies, olives, and feta.
8. Garnish and Store: Top each bowl with fresh parsley. Squeeze a lemon wedge on each serving for added flavor. Cover containers and store them in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bowls
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 35g