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Delicious Greek chickpea chicken bowls with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors

Greek Chickpea Chicken Bowls

A delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal that combines Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients, perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 piece cucumber, diced
  • ½ piece red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 piece Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly.
  3. Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, let it rest before slicing.
Cooking the Chickpeas
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chickpeas, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are golden and aromatic.
Preparing the Vegetables
  1. In a separate bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Toss them together to mix.
Making the Lemon Vinaigrette
  1. In a jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake well until combined.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Divide cooked quinoa or rice among meal prep containers.
  2. Top with sliced chicken, chickpeas, and the vegetable mixture.
  3. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette and garnish with fresh parsley.
Storage
  1. Seal the containers tightly and refrigerate. These bowls can be enjoyed cold or warmed up in the microwave.

Notes

Customize the bowls by swapping ingredients as desired. They can be made vegetarian by omitting chicken or replacing it with tofu or tempeh.
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