Mediterranean Lemon Herb Chicken Bowl
A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring tender lemon-herb chicken, fluffy white rice, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber. This well-balanced meal is perfect for a satisfying and healthy lunch or dinner.

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524 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
4 servings
general, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 750g skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 225g long-grain white rice
- 200g avocado, diced
- 150g cucumber, diced
- 50g onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 30ml lemon juice
- 10ml olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1.Cook the 225g of white rice according to package instructions. This usually involves rinsing the rice and simmering it in 450ml of water for about 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- 2.While the rice is cooking, place the chicken pieces in a bowl. Add half the olive oil (5ml), half the lemon juice (15ml), the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the chicken.
- 3.Heat the remaining 5ml of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4.In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked rice with the diced cucumber and finely chopped onion. Gently stir to mix.
- 5.Add the cooked chicken and the diced avocado to the rice mixture. Drizzle with the remaining 15ml of lemon juice and gently toss everything together.
- 6.Divide the mixture into four bowls and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
14g
fat
52g
carbs
4g
fiber
47g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is nutritionally balanced, offering high-quality lean protein from chicken for muscle support and healthy monounsaturated fats from avocado and olive oil for heart health. It provides sustained energy and is rich in essential vitamins.