Herbed Chicken Couscous Bowls with Tzatziki
Herbed Chicken Couscous Bowls with Tzatziki: A Flavorful Delight is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines marinated grilled chicken, fluffy couscous, and a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavors and nutrients. The herb-infused chicken paired with creamy yogurt sauce creates a satisfying meal that is both delicious and healthy. Whether you’re entertaining guests or meal prepping for the week, these bowls are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Fresh mint, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, dill, mint, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook couscous by boiling water with a pinch of salt, adding couscous, covering it for 5 minutes, then fluffing with a fork.
- Prepare tzatziki by combining Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, salt, and chopped herbs in a bowl; set aside.
- Grill the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through (about 6–7 minutes per side).
- Assemble bowls with couscous at the base topped with sliced grilled chicken and drizzled tzatziki.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg