Mediterranean Chicken Bowls recipe Juicy lemon herb chicken served over rice with a fresh salad, creamy homemade hummus and homemade tzatziki. Perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner. Ingredients (Serves 6) For the chicken: * 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts * ⅓ cup olive oil * Juice of 1 lemon (add the zest too, if preferred) * 4 garlic cloves, minced * 2 tsp dried oregano * 1 tsp ground cumin * 1 tsp paprika * 2 tsp salt * ½ tsp black pepper For the bowls: * 3 cups cooked rice * 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced * 3 tomatoes, sliced * Pickled onions * 1 cup olives * 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Homemade Tzatziki: * 1 cup Greek yogurt * ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry * 1 garlic clove, minced * 1 tbsp lemon juice * 1 tbsp olive oil * 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped * ½ tsp salt Homemade Hummus: * 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained (reserve the liquid) * 3 tbsp tahini * 2 tbsp lemon juice * 1 garlic clove * 2 tbsp olive oil * ½ tsp ground cumin * ½ tsp salt * 2 tbsp reserved chickpea liquid (as needed) Instructions 1. Blend the hummus ingredients until smooth, adding the reserved chickpea liquid a little at a time until creamy. 2. Mix all the tzatziki ingredients together and chill for at least 20 minutes. 3. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken well and marinate for at least 20 minutes or overnight. 4. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes then slice. 5. Arrange the sliced cucumber, sliced tomatoes, pickled onions and olives. 6. Divide the cooked rice between serving bowls. Top with the sliced chicken and fresh vegetables. 7. Add a scoop of homemade hummus and a generous spoonful of homemade tzatziki. Finish with fresh parsley and enjoy Note: I didn’t use feta because it’s not my favorite but if you love feta feel free to add some on top for extra Mediterranean flavor. Meal Prep Tip: Store the chicken, rice, vegetables, hummus and tzatziki separately then assemble when you’re ready to eat. #homemadefood #FoodTok #FoodLover #Foodie #chicken - @hidden.bird.of.paradise