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Mediterranean Lemon Dill Chicken Bowls

Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls for a Fresh Dinner Delight

Enjoy Mediterranean Lemon-Dill Chicken Bowls as a vibrant meal filled with grilled chicken, quinoa, and fresh veggies.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or a neutral oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) fresh garlic recommended
  • To taste salt & pepper adjust according to preference
For the Base
  • 1 cup quinoa or rice cook per package instructions
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 medium cucumber (chopped) cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced) soak in water for milder flavor
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup lemon-dill dressing add before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill
  • Cooking Pot
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, chopped dill, olive oil, minced garlic, and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the mixture, making sure they are well-coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare your base by cooking quinoa or rice according to the package instructions. Quinoa typically takes about 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium heat. Once heated, remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for approximately 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. While the chicken is grilling, wash and chop the fresh veggies: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red onion. Set the prepped veggies aside.
  5. Once the chicken is grilled and slightly cooled, slice it into strips. In serving bowls, place the cooked quinoa or rice at the base, then arrange the chicken slices and fresh veggies on top.
  6. If desired, drizzle the bowls with your homemade lemon-dill dressing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for 2-4 hours. Use an instant-read thermometer for accurate doneness.

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