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Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl

Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl: A Zesty, High-Protein Delight

This Lemon Dill Chicken Bowl is a zesty and nutritious meal packed with lean protein and vibrant veggies, making it perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil for a lighter touch
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or dried if fresh is unavailable
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice low-carb alternative
  • 1 cup cucumber diced; bell peppers can be substituted
  • 1 medium avocado diced; tahini can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
For the Dill Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or dried
  • a pinch salt

Equipment

  • Grill pan or skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the marinade for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Cook the marinated chicken in a heated grill pan for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Sauté cauliflower rice in olive oil over medium heat, seasoning with salt until tender.
  5. Prepare the dill yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
  6. Assemble the bowls with cauliflower rice, sliced chicken, cucumbers, avocado, and cherry tomatoes topped with dill yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest after cooking for juiciness. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Optional to add feta or olives for extra flavor.

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