Grilled Chicken & Rice Veggie Bowl with Herb Yogurt
Indulge in a vibrant and nutritious meal with the Grilled Chicken & Rice Veggie Bowl with Herb Yogurt. This delightful bowl features juicy grilled chicken paired with fluffy rice and an array of fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a creamy herb yogurt sauce. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy a burst of flavors in every bite while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 chicken breast
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2–3 lettuce leaves, torn
- 1 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 and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Slice into strips.
- Cook the rice as per package instructions; let it cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
- Prepare the vegetables by slicing cucumber and cherry tomatoes; thinly slice the red onion and tear lettuce into pieces.
- Assemble the bowl: start with a base of rice, top with chicken slices and fresh veggies, then add a generous dollop of herb yogurt sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg