Description
Mediterranean-Inspired Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls are a vibrant dish that brings the essence of summer to your table. Featuring succulent chicken marinated in zesty lemon and fresh dill, these bowls are grilled to perfection and served over a bed of colorful vegetables. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that transforms any meal into a delightful experience, perfect for sharing with family or friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup quinoa (or rice), cooked according to package instructions
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, and olive oil. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- While the chicken marinates, cook quinoa or rice as per the package instructions.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear.
- Dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes; toss with salt and pepper.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked quinoa or rice first, then sliced grilled chicken on top followed by chopped veggies.
- Drizzle any leftover marinade over the bowls if desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For additional flavor, consider using chicken broth instead of water when cooking grains. Feel free to swap quinoa for couscous or add feta cheese for an extra tangy twist.