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Mediterranean chicken bowl with golden herb-crusted chicken thighs, creamy tzatziki, colorful vegetables, and grains beautifully arranged in a rustic ceramic bowl

Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Medium saucepan
  • Kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Tzatziki

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat
  • 1 medium English cucumber grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Bowl

  • 1 cup couscous uncooked
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives optional

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Remove chicken from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature.

Make the Tzatziki

  • Grate the cucumber and place in a fine-mesh strainer. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and let drain for 30 minutes.
  • Squeeze the cucumber dry using a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  • In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, drained cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cook the Chicken

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Flip chicken and transfer skillet to the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing.

Prepare the Couscous

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in couscous, remove from heat, and cover.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide couscous among 4 bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion.
  • Dollop generously with tzatziki and sprinkle with fresh parsley and olives if using.
  • Drizzle with additional olive oil and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage tip: Store components separately in refrigerator for up to 4 days. The chicken and tzatziki actually improve in flavor overnight. Reheat chicken gently in a skillet with a splash of broth to maintain moisture.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 38gFat: 18gSodium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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