Name: Greek Chicken Souvlaki Mediterranean Bowl
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean / Greek
Ingredients: 700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs; 200 g Greek yogurt; 3 tbsp lemon juice; Zest of 1/2 lemon; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp ground cumin; 3 garlic cloves; Salt & black pepper; 2 tbsp za’atar seasoning; Fresh herbs (sage, mint, thyme, or basil); Olive oil; 300 g Moroccan couscous; 300 ml chicken broth or water; 2 tsp tomato paste; 10 ml olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp coriander; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp turmeric; Salt & pepper; 240 g Greek yogurt; 120 g cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; Garlic, lemon juice, olive oil; Fresh dill and mint; Salt; 2 red onions, sliced; Boiling water; Vinegar (white wine or apple cider); Sugar, salt

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Mediterranean Bowl

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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Mediterranean Bowl is a vibrant and hearty dish with juicy marinated chicken, couscous, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki. Perfect for a balanced and flavorful meal.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 25 minutes (+ marinating time)
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course / Bowl
Method: Grilling / Stovetop
Cuisine: Mediterranean / Greek

Ingredients

For the Chicken Souvlaki:
700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs
200 g Greek yogurt
3 tbsp lemon juice
Zest of 1/2 lemon
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
3 garlic cloves
Salt & black pepper
2 tbsp za’atar seasoning
Fresh herbs (sage, mint, thyme, or basil)
Olive oil

For the Couscous:
300 g Moroccan couscous
300 ml chicken broth or water
2 tsp tomato paste
10 ml olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp turmeric
Salt & pepper

For the Tzatziki:
240 g Greek yogurt
120 g cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
Garlic, lemon juice, olive oil
Fresh dill and mint
Salt

For Pickled Onions:
2 red onions, sliced
Boiling water
Vinegar (white wine or apple cider)
Sugar, salt
Coriander seeds & peppercorns

For the Salad & Toppings:
Tomatoes, cubed
Cucumber, cubed
Olive oil
1 avocado, cubed
Fresh parsley or cilantro

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Instructions

Marinate Chicken: Blend herbs, spices, garlic, olive oil, and yogurt. Mix with remaining yogurt, lemon juice, and zest. Add chicken and marinate at least 2 hours (overnight best).
Pickle Onions: Combine hot water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices. Add onions and soak for at least 30 minutes.
Make Tzatziki: Mix yogurt, squeezed cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, herbs, and salt. Chill.
Cook Couscous: Sauté garlic in oil, add spices and tomato paste, then broth. Bring to boil, add couscous, cover, and rest 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
Prepare Salad: Combine tomatoes and cucumber with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cut avocado just before serving.
Cook Chicken: Grill or pan-sear skewered chicken over high heat for 6–8 minutes until charred and cooked through. Rest before serving.
Assemble Bowls: Add couscous, chicken skewers, tzatziki, salad, avocado, and pickled onions. Garnish generously with fresh herbs.

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor.
Squeeze cucumber thoroughly for thick tzatziki.
Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken.
Great for meal prep—store components separately.

Find it online: https://elladishes.com/greek-chicken-souvlaki-mediterranean-bowl/