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Mediterranean Chicken Meal Prep Bowl - Fresh, Flavorful, and Ready for the Week

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • For the chicken: 1.5–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (plus 1 teaspoon zest)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the grain base: 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or farro (about 1 cup dry)
  • Pinch of salt, to taste
  • For the cucumber-tomato salad: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • For the add-ins: 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Optional: 1 cup chopped romaine or baby spinach
  • Optional: Tzatziki or a quick lemon-tahini drizzle
  • Quick lemon-tahini drizzle (optional): 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon water (more to thin)
  • Pinch of salt and garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate at least 20 minutes, up to 6 hours in the fridge.
  2. Cook your grain base: Cook brown rice, quinoa, or farro according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and season with a pinch of salt. Let it cool slightly before assembling bowls.
  3. Make the salad: Combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Toss with red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside to absorb the dressing.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high. Add a drizzle of oil if needed. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
  5. Whisk the lemon-tahini (optional): Stir tahini, lemon juice, water, salt, and garlic powder until smooth. Add more water slowly if you prefer a thinner drizzle.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Divide grains among 4 meal prep containers. Add sliced chicken, a scoop of cucumber-tomato salad, a dollop of hummus, olives, and feta. Tuck in a lemon wedge. Add greens if using.
  7. Dress before eating: If using the tahini drizzle or tzatziki, pack it in a small container and add just before eating to keep textures fresh.

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