Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the quinoa according to package instructions (typically 1 part quinoa to 2 parts water) and set aside. While it cooks, combine the chicken cubes with half of the olive oil, the lemon juice, and the dried oregano in a bowl; toss to coat and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers (if using) or place directly on the grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
- Step 3: While the chicken is grilling, prepare the vegetable components. Combine the diced cucumber and halved tomatoes in a medium bowl.
- Step 4: Create a simple dressing by whisking the remaining half of the olive oil with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Drizzle this dressing lightly over the cucumber and tomato mixture.
- Step 5: To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked quinoa among four serving dishes. Top the quinoa with the grilled chicken, the fresh vegetable mixture, and sprinkle generously with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover quinoa and chicken in an airtight container, but keep the cucumber and tomato salad separate to prevent the fresh vegetables from becoming watery or soft overnight.
- Gently reheat the chicken and quinoa components in a microwave or oven until just warm, then toss with the fresh salad and feta right before serving to maintain the delicious textural contrast.
- For maximum flavor, aim to marinate the chicken cubes for 2 to 4 hours in the refrigerator, or even overnight, allowing the oregano and lemon juice to fully penetrate the meat.
- Elevate this bowl further by serving it alongside a dollop of homemade tzatziki or hummus for an extra layer of creamy, cooling flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American