Description
This Greek Chicken Power Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful meal that combines protein-packed chicken breast, creamy cottage cheese, and wholesome quinoa with fresh cucumber, Kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese. Enhanced with a drizzle of olive oil and aromatic dried oregano, this quick and easy bowl delivers a balanced blend of tastes and textures perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup (150 g) cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup (120 g) cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup (75 g) cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup (40 g) cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup (35 g) Kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Divide the cooked quinoa evenly into two serving bowls, forming the foundation of the power bowl.
- Add the toppings: Arrange the diced cooked chicken breast, cottage cheese, fresh cucumber, and sliced Kalamata olives on top of the quinoa in each bowl.
- Season: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and dried oregano over the assembled ingredients to add flavor and a touch of Mediterranean flair.
- Drizzle with olive oil: Pour a tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the bowls to enhance taste and provide healthy fats.
- Toss and serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together to combine flavors, then serve immediately for a fresh and satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add extra cottage cheese or chickpeas for protein.
- Use fresh oregano if available for a brighter herb flavor.
- Can be prepared in advance; store ingredients separately and assemble before serving to maintain freshness.
- To make the dish gluten-free, ensure the quinoa is certified gluten-free.
- For added crunch, consider topping with toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Power Bowl
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
