Healthy Greek Ground Chicken Bowls Recipe
Enjoy a healthy and flavorful Greek-inspired ground chicken bowl, featuring tender seasoned chicken, refreshing cucumber salsa, and creamy dairy-free tzatziki served over rice or cauliflower rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner that bursts with Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Greek Salsa
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 tsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dairy-Free Tzatziki
- 1 cup coconut yogurt (brand suggestion: Culina)
- 3 tbsp cucumber, diced
- 2 tsp fresh dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
- Juice of 1/4 lemon
Seasoned Ground Chicken
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste (omit pepper for AIP)
To Serve
- Rice or cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Prepare the Greek Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced cucumber, diced red onion, sliced kalamata olives, salt, pepper, lemon juice, fresh dill, and parsley. Toss well to combine all the flavors evenly. Cover and refrigerate to chill while preparing other components.
- Make the Tzatziki: In a separate bowl, mix coconut yogurt with diced cucumber, fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well combined. Refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and to chill.
- Cook the Ground Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula or wooden spoon. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried dill, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Stir and cook until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink. Add lemon juice while stirring to blend in the fresh flavor. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide rice or cauliflower rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with a generous portion of the cooked ground chicken. Add spoonfuls of chilled Greek salsa and a large dollop of the creamy dairy-free tzatziki on top.
- Serve Fresh: Serve the bowls immediately, allowing everyone to enjoy the combination of warm chicken, cool salsa, and creamy tzatziki for a well-balanced, healthy meal.
Notes
- Omit pepper for an Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) friendly version.
- You can substitute cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- Fresh herbs enhance the flavor—try to use fresh dill and parsley rather than dried for salsa and tzatziki.
- The coconut yogurt provides a great dairy-free alternative ensuring the tzatziki stays creamy and tangy.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and lemon juice for brightness.
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