Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup couscous or quinoa
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- 2. Cook the Base: Prepare couscous or quinoa according to package instructions; set aside.
- 3. Grill or Bake Chicken: Preheat grill or oven (400°F/200°C). Grill chicken for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through (or bake for 20-25 minutes).
- 4. Chop Veggies: Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion while chicken cooks.
- 5. Assemble Your Bowl: Layer couscous/quinoa in bowls, top with sliced grilled chicken and chopped veggies.
- 6. Drizzle & Serve: Drizzle with olive oil if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. For a plant-based option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or lentils.