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Ultra close-up macro of juicy sliced Mediterranean spiced chicken over golden rice with cool tzatziki and feta

Mediterranean Spiced Chicken & Rice Power Bowl

Juicy, oregano-and-garlic spiced seared chicken breasts served over aromatic turmeric basmati rice, surrounded by crisp Persian cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, creamy hummus, and cool dill tzatziki. A restaurant-quality, high-protein lunch prep ready in 30 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 490

Ingredients
  

Mediterranean Spiced Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cutlets cut into thin cutlets for rapid searing
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Golden Turmeric Basmati Rice
  • 1 cup white basmati rice
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth infuses savory flavor into every grain
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric for gorgeous sunshine yellow hue
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Fresh Salad & Bowl Toppings
  • 2 cups Persian cucumbers diced small
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup hummus
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill for bright garnish
  • 4 pieces pita bread optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add chicken cutlets, tossing to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 to 15 minutes while preparing the rice (or refrigerate up to 24 hours).
  1. Rinse basmati rice thoroughly under cold water. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add rice, turmeric, garlic powder, and salt; toast for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a rolling boil, then cover with a tight lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  1. Heat a large cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat with a light drizzle of olive oil. Once smoking hot, add chicken cutlets in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes per side until deep golden-brown char marks form and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
  1. Divide warm golden turmeric rice among 4 wide shallow bowls. Top each bowl with sliced spiced chicken, diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives. Add generous dollops of smooth hummus and cool tzatziki sauce. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill. Serve immediately with warm pita wedges!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 42gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 820mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1250IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3.4mg

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