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Greek Chicken Bowls with Lemon Garlic Tahini Sauce (Healthy Mediterranean Bowls)

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes marination
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Bowls with Lemon Garlic Tahini Sauce. This easy recipe features marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy tahini sauce, making it a quick and healthy meal perfect for any day of the week.


Ingredients

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  • lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon coconut yogurt or Greek yogurt if not paleo
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1½ teaspoons sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice cooked
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • ½ cup kalamata olives
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • ¼ red onion thinly sliced
  • Optional: crumbled feta
  • ½ medium red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey optional
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
  • 1 tablespoon warm water if needed to thin the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat.
  3. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Feel free to substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
Serve the bowls with additional fresh herbs or a dollop of yogurt for an extra touch.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 571
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1060mg
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 129mg