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My Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl
daniellemimoni
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My Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl
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My Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl

This Mediterranean Chicken Rice Bowl is a healthy, refreshing, and light meal, perfect for a quick and easy lunch. It features seasoned chicken breast, fluffy rice, crisp vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, all topped with a tangy lemon-Skyr dressing. It's a flavorful and satisfying dish that's ideal for summer.
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Overview of all fresh ingredients
Overview of all fresh ingredients

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
30m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
Mediterranean
English
Nutrition (per serving)
615
Calories
62g
Protein
70g
Carbs
8g
Fat
Cooked seasoned chicken in a pan
Cooked seasoned chicken in a pan

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast
    (boneless, skinless)

    150 gram
  • Lemon
    (for juice)

    0.5 unit
  • Tomatoes
    (diced)

    1 medium
  • Cucumber
    (diced)

    0.5 medium
  • Red onion
    (finely diced)

    0.3 small
  • Skyr
    (or plain Greek yogurt)

    100 gram
  • Rice
    (dry, your preferred type)

    75 gram
  • Paprika

    1 teaspoon
  • Turmeric

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Garlic powder

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Salt
    (to taste)

    0.3 teaspoon
  • Black pepper
    (to taste)

    0.1 teaspoon
Servings: 1
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Assembling the rice bowl with all components
Assembling the rice bowl with all components

Instructions

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  • 1

    Cook rice according to package instructions. While it cooks, proceed with other steps.
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    Cook rice according to package instructions. While it cooks, proceed with other steps.
    20m

    Use a rice cooker for convenience or cook on the stovetop. Ensure the rice is fluffy and separated.
  • 2

    Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces or strips.
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    Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces or strips.
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    Slice against the grain for more tender chicken.
  • 3

    Season the chicken with paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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    Season the chicken with paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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    Ensure chicken is evenly coated with spices for maximum flavor.
  • 4

    Heat a pan with a little oil over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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    Heat a pan with a little oil over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
    7m

    Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to get a good sear.
  • 5

    While the chicken cooks, dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
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    While the chicken cooks, dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
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    Cut vegetables into uniform pieces for an appealing presentation.
  • 6

    In a small bowl, whisk together the Skyr, the juice from half a lemon, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the dressing.
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    In a small bowl, whisk together the Skyr, the juice from half a lemon, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the dressing.
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    Adjust lemon juice and seasoning to your preference.
  • 7

    To assemble, place the cooked rice in a bowl, top with the cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle generously with the Skyr dressing.
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    To assemble, place the cooked rice in a bowl, top with the cooked chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle generously with the Skyr dressing.
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    Serve immediately for the best fresh taste. You can also add fresh herbs like parsley or mint.
  • 8

    Enjoy your healthy and refreshing Mediterranean chicken rice bowl!
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    Enjoy your healthy and refreshing Mediterranean chicken rice bowl!
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    This bowl is great for meal prepping; keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.
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