Description
This Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bowls recipe features tender marinated chicken breasts paired with fluffy white rice, chickpeas, fresh cucumber, grape tomatoes, and red onion. Finished with creamy hummus, tangy tzatziki, and crumbled feta cheese, these bowls are a flavorful, balanced meal perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breasts (about 2 large breasts)
- 1 (15.5 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Marinade & Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek dressing
Grains
- 2 bags Success Boil-in-Bag White Rice (or 2 heaping cups cooked white rice)
Vegetables & Toppings
- 1 large cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Condiments
- 1/4 cup tzatziki
- 1/4 cup hummus
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour the Greek dressing over them. Make sure to coat both sides of the chicken thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Prepare the rice: Cook the Success Boil-in-Bag White Rice according to the package instructions until tender and fluffy.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place marinated chicken breasts in the basket and cook for 12-15 minutes until fully cooked and juices run clear. Alternatively, you may bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly into four serving bowls. Top each with cooked chicken, chickpeas, chopped cucumber, grape tomatoes, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, a dollop of hummus, and tzatziki. Add extra Greek dressing on top if desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately while the chicken is warm, and enjoy this fresh and flavorful Mediterranean meal.
Notes
- Marinating chicken for longer than an hour can increase flavor, up to 4 hours is ideal.
- You can substitute white rice with brown rice for a healthier option, adjust cooking time accordingly.
- This recipe can be adapted for baking or air frying depending on your equipment.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or oregano on top before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
