Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowls

Servings: 4 | Prep time: 15 min | Cook time: 15 min

This is a community favorite because it’s fresh, light, and incredibly easy to meal prep for the week. High protein doesn't have to be boring—the lemon and garlic give this a Mediterranean flare that keeps things exciting.

The Ingredients

• Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized cubes)

• Base: 2 cups cooked quinoa (approx. 1 cup dry)

• Fresh Veggies: 1 English cucumber (diced), ½ red onion (thinly slivered), 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

• Topping: ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese

The Zesty Dressing & Marinade

• Juice of 1 large lemon

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prep the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and pour half of the dressing over it. Sauté for 8–10 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

3. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls or meal-prep containers.

4. Add Veggies & Protein: Top the quinoa with the diced cucumber, slivered red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Add a portion of the cooked chicken to each bowl.

5. The Finishing Touch: Sprinkle with feta cheese and drizzle the remaining half of the dressing over the top of each bowl.

The Macros (Per Serving)

These numbers are perfect for staying on track during our 8-week challenge!

Metric	Amount
Calories	415 kcal
Protein	42g
Carbohydrates	34g
Fat	12g
Fiber	5g