What goes in a tzatziki bowl?

A standout tzatziki bowl, especially a chicken tzatziki bowl, brings together warm grilled chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, crisp fresh vegetables, and a wholesome grain like quinoa. Extras like feta cheese or olives often top it off. You can add greens or change the base, but the heart of tzatziki bowls stays the same. What makes chicken tzatziki bowls special is how they layer textures and flavors into something that feels cozy, fresh, and satisfying.

What do Greek people eat with tzatziki?

In Greek cuisine, tzatziki is paired with grilled meats, fresh pita, vegetables, or rice dishes. It is a classic sauce that brings a cool creamy contrast. In my chicken tzatziki bowls, it plays a central role. Greek families might enjoy it with souvlaki, roasted lamb, or just as a spread. That inspired these chicken tzatziki bowls, a dish that honors the balance of smoky grilled flavors with something zesty, creamy, and chilled.

What is chicken tzatziki?

Chicken tzatziki combines marinated grilled chicken with a creamy garlicky tzatziki sauce. In my cooking, it takes center stage in chicken tzatziki bowls, where every component supports the others. The chicken is juicy and perfectly seasoned, while the tzatziki adds brightness and tang. Add salad and quinoa and you have got a complete satisfying meal. That is the beauty of chicken tzatziki bowls. They feel fresh, wholesome, comforting, and full of flavor from real ingredients.

What can go in a Greek bowl?

Greek bowls can include many ingredients, but for chicken tzatziki bowls, I choose simple fresh picks. Grilled chicken, tzatziki, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and quinoa or rice. Feta and olives add salty richness. I sometimes include baby greens or roasted chickpeas too. It is a flexible dish. The goal with chicken tzatziki bowls is to layer taste, texture, and color into something healthy and crave worthy with bold Mediterranean flavors.

Chicken Tzatziki Bowls

Name: Chicken Tzatziki Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 bowls
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup 1% plain Greek yogurt; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling; 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional; Freshly cracked black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 3 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cups cooked quinoa; 1 cup homemade tzatziki; 1/4 cup authentic feta, crumbled; 12 smashed castelvetrano olives

Description

Chicken tzatziki bowls are a cozy, Greek-inspired meal made with grilled marinated chicken, creamy tzatziki, fresh salad, and quinoa. Perfect for meal prep or a flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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For the chicken:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1/4 cup 1% plain Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling

1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

Freshly cracked black pepper

For the salad:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

3 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

For the bowls:

2 cups cooked quinoa

1 cup homemade tzatziki

1/4 cup authentic feta, crumbled

12 smashed castelvetrano olives

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Instructions

1. Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, turmeric, salt, and red pepper flakes.

3. Add the chicken and stir to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours.

4. Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-low heat.

5. Thread the chicken onto skewers. Discard marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

6. Grill the chicken, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through, about 15 minutes.

7. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.

8. Add the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion and toss to combine.

9. Divide quinoa among 4 bowls.

10. Top with cucumber salad, tzatziki, feta, olives, and a chicken skewer. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can prep each element ahead of time and assemble just before serving. Feel free to swap quinoa with rice or farro, and adjust the toppings to your liking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 719.5
Fat: 16
Saturated Fat: 3.5
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 3.5
Protein: 33.5
Cholesterol: 113