Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bowls (Super Easy!) Recipe
These Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bowls are a quick and flavorful meal featuring marinated chicken breasts, fluffy white rice, fresh vegetables, and classic Mediterranean toppings like feta cheese, hummus, and tzatziki. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep, this recipe blends simple ingredients with bold flavors for a wholesome and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus at least 1 hour marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (air fryer) or 20 minutes (oven baking) plus 15 minutes for rice cooking
- Total Time: 40 minutes (excluding marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb chicken breasts, about 2 large breasts
- 1/2 cup Greek dressing
Rice
- 2 bags Success Boil-in-Bag White Rice, or 2 heaping cups of cooked white rice
Vegetables & Beans
- 1 (15.5 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
Toppings
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup tzatziki
- 1/4 cup hummus
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl or container and pour the Greek dressing over them. Thoroughly coat both sides of the chicken breasts with the dressing. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight to allow flavors to fully develop.
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the Success Boil-in-Bag White Rice according to package directions, or cook about 2 heaping cups of white rice if using homemade. Once cooked, set aside and keep warm for assembly.
- Cook the Chicken: For air frying, place the marinated chicken breasts in a lined air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. Adjust the time closer to 15 minutes or a bit longer for a nicely browned color and thorough cooking. Alternatively, for baking, place the chicken breasts on a parchment paper or foil-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly into four bowls. Top each bowl with slices of cooked chicken, chickpeas, chopped cucumber, quartered grape tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Add dollops of hummus and tzatziki on the side and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Optionally, drizzle a little extra Greek dressing over the top for added flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bowls immediately while warm, and enjoy a fresh, filling, and nutritious meal packed with Mediterranean flavors.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight if possible, to deepen the flavor.
- You can substitute the Success boil-in-bag rice with any cooked white rice or brown rice if preferred.
- For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Leftover bowls can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the Greek dressing and hummus are certified gluten-free.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with grilled tofu or roasted vegetables.
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