Description
Grilled Chicken & Rice Veggie Bowl with Herb Yogurt is a vibrant and wholesome meal that brings together tender grilled chicken, fluffy rice, and an array of colorful vegetables, all drizzled with a creamy herb yogurt sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights as it can be prepared in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or a quick family dinner. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also customizable—feel free to mix and match your favorite veggies or herbs to suit your taste. The zesty sauce adds a delightful finish to the bowl, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2–3 lettuce leaves
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro), chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear for 5–6 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Slice into strips.
- Cook rice according to package instructions and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with fresh herbs and lemon juice; mix until smooth.
- Prepare vegetables: slice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and tear lettuce into pieces.
- Assemble the bowl by placing rice at the bottom, layering with sliced chicken and vegetables. Top with herb yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg