Description
At its core, Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Tzatziki is a deconstructed version of the classic street food found throughout Greece. Traditionally, “souvlaki” refers to small pieces of meat grilled on a skewer. In the bowl version, we take those perfectly seasoned, charred nuggets of protein and nestle them alongside a variety of fresh vegetables and grains.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade:
- 500g boneless chicken (breast or thigh), cut into chunks
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper
Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber (grated & squeezed dry)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tbsp fresh dill (or mint)
- Salt to taste
Bowl Base & Toppings:
- Cooked rice, quinoa, or pita bread
- Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Cucumber slices
- Red onion (thinly sliced)
- Lettuce or greens
- Feta cheese (crumbled)
- Olives (optional)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken and coat well.
- Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
2. Cook the Chicken
- Thread onto skewers (optional).
- Grill or pan-cook over medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and slightly charred.
3. Make the Tzatziki
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix well and chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes.
4. Assemble the Bowls
- Add your base (rice/quinoa/pita).
- Top with grilled chicken, veggies, feta, and olives.
- Drizzle generously with tzatziki.
Notes
This Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowl is fresh, healthy, and full of Mediterranean flavors. The creamy Tzatziki perfectly balances the juicy grilled chicken and crisp vegetables, making it a satisfying meal for any day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Bowls, Greek Poultry Power Bowls, Souvlaki Chicken Salad Bowls, Deconstructed Greek Chicken Wraps