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Greek Chicken Power Bowls with Lemon Orzo Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Power Bowls with Lemon Orzo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup dry orzo; 2 cups water or broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Juice of ½ lemon; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 cup diced cucumber; 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes; ½ cup tzatziki

ByHugo Harnd April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

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Introduction

Greek Chicken Power Bowls with Lemon Orzo are a vibrant and healthy meal perfect for any day of the week. Packed with fresh flavors like lemon, oregano, and tzatziki, this dish brings a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table.

The clear glass container shows a meal with four sections: the bottom left holds grilled chicken with dark brown charred marks and green herb bits, sliced into thick pieces over a bed of green leafy lettuce; the top left contains crumbly white feta cheese sprinkled with small herb pieces; the top right has a mix of shiny dark purple olives, whole red cherry tomatoes, and thin purple onion slices, all tossed with herbs; the bottom right shows creamy yellow orzo pasta garnished with herbs. The background is white marble. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup dry orzo
2 cups water or broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
½ cup tzatziki

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and turn to coat evenly. Let it rest while preparing the orzo.
Step 2: Bring water or broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender. Drain any excess liquid if needed. Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until fully cooked inside and lightly golden on the outside.
Step 4: Remove chicken from the heat and let it rest briefly before slicing.
Step 5: Assemble bowls by layering lemon orzo, sliced chicken, cucumber, and tomatoes. Finish with a spoonful of tzatziki before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight before cooking.
Swap tzatziki for hummus or a dollop of Greek yogurt if preferred.
Add olives or feta cheese to the bowls for a more authentic Greek taste.
Use vegetable broth instead of water to cook orzo for added depth of flavor.

Storage

Store leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken and orzo gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling fresh bowls. Tzatziki is best served cold and should be added just before serving.