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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls with Garlic Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 38 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and black pepper, to taste; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp olive oil; Salt, to taste; 2 cups cooked rice (or quinoa); 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced; ¼ cup Kalamata olives (optional); Fresh parsley, for garnish

ByHugo Harnd February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

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Introduction

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal perfect for any day of the week. Tender marinated chicken pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce for a satisfying and healthy dish.

A wooden bowl holds a colorful layered dish starting with a base of white rice covering the bottom. On top, there are pieces of grilled chicken with a charred, dark brown texture on the right side. Next to them, white cubes of feta cheese are lightly sprinkled with herbs and spices. A large dollop of creamy white tzatziki sauce with green herb flecks is placed in the center. Moving left, bright red cherry tomatoes are halved and sprinkled with herbs. Below the tomatoes, fresh green cucumber chunks and dark purple Kalamata olives sit together. At the bottom, raw purple onion rings are scattered, all on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
Salt, to taste
2 cups cooked rice (or quinoa)
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup Kalamata olives (optional)
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Step 4: To assemble, layer rice in bowls, then top with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and olives.
Step 5: Drizzle garlic yogurt sauce over the top and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use quinoa instead of rice for a gluten-free option with extra protein.
Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
Add a sprinkle of feta cheese for an extra touch of Greek flavor.
Swap Kalamata olives with black olives if preferred.

Storage

Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken and rice gently in the microwave or on the stove. Add fresh vegetables and sauce after reheating to keep them crisp and flavorful.