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Garlic Mediterranean Chicken Bowl

Garlic Mediterranean Chicken Bowl
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Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Garlic Mediterranean Chicken Bowl. Perfect for any occasion, this dish features succulent marinated chicken thighs, a zesty yogurt sauce, and a colorful array of fresh vegetables served over fluffy rice. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, it’s a healthy option that satisfies both your taste buds and nutritional needs.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lb chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup yogurt
  • 2.5 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1.5 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2.5 tsp onion powder
  • 2.5 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cups rice
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 red onion
  • 3 tbsp dill
  • 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 small cucumber, grated
  • 2 tbsp dill
  • 1 tbsp mint
  • 1.25 cups yogurt
  • 2.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Start by marinating the chicken: Combine lemon juice, olive oil, yogurt, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and oregano in a large mixing bowl. Add the chicken chunks and mix well until evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare your rice: Rinse 2 cups of rice under cold water until clear, then cook according to package instructions using a rice cooker or pot.
  3. As your rice cooks, get your salad ready: Dice the cucumber into small pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely slice the red onion. In a mixing bowl, combine diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, dill, lemon juice, and salt.
  4. Once marinated, heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken chunks in batches if necessary and cook each side until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. While the chicken is cooking, mix grated cucumber with dill, mint, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and lemon zest in another bowl to make the yogurt sauce.
  6. Now it's time to assemble your bowl: Start with a base of fluffy rice, top with cooked chicken pieces, followed by the salad topping, and drizzle generously with yogurt sauce.

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