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Mediterranean Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl

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A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean bowl featuring lemon-dill marinated chicken, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This balanced dish delivers bright citrus flavor, aromatic herbs, and satisfying protein in every bite.

Ingredients

1 large chicken breast

1/2 cup rice (uncooked)

1 medium cucumber (diced)

1 large tomato (diced)

3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

1 small bunch fresh dill (chopped)

Salt and pepper (to taste)

1 small cucumber (for tzatziki, grated)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

3/4 cup Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Grate the cucumber for the tzatziki and place it in a paper towel. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  2. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate while preparing the rest of the dish.
  3. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Drizzle with lemon juice, add lemon zest, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and chopped dill. Let the chicken marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.
  4. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  5. Grill or bake the chicken until fully cooked, about 7–8 minutes per side on a grill or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest briefly, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Assemble the bowls by placing rice at the base. Top with sliced chicken, diced cucumber, and diced tomato.
  7. Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce and garnish with additional fresh dill before serving.

Notes

  • You can replace rice with quinoa, couscous, or cauliflower rice for a different texture or lower-carb option.
  • Chicken thighs, grilled shrimp, salmon, or chickpeas can be used instead of chicken breast.
  • Add extra toppings such as olives, roasted red peppers, shredded lettuce, or sliced red onion for more flavor and color.
  • For a spicy variation, sprinkle chili flakes into the marinade or drizzle a small amount of harissa on top.
  • Store ingredients separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for easy meal prep.

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