Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

Name: Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 large head of cauliflower (or 16 oz bag of cauliflower rice), riced; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for cauliflower rice); 1 tsp lemon zest; 1 English cucumber, diced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Marinated grilled chicken thighs served over lemon-herb cauliflower rice with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and a bright red onion garnish. A vibrant Whole30 bowl with classic Mediterranean flavors.

40 minMediumServes 4410 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 large head of cauliflower (or 16 oz bag of cauliflower rice), riced
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for cauliflower rice)
1 tsp lemon zest
1 English cucumber, diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

In a bowl, whisk together half the 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, all the 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, toss to coat, and marinate at least 15 minutes.
2

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
3

Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
4

Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for cauliflower rice) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 riced large head of cauliflower (or 16 oz bag of cauliflower rice) and cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until tender and lightly golden. Season with salt and stir in 1 tsp lemon zest.
5

Divide the cauliflower rice among bowls. Arrange sliced chicken, 1 diced English cucumber, 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup halved pitted kalamata olives, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion on top.
6

Drizzle bowls with the remaining olive oil and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley. Serve immediately.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice?

As written, 40 minutes: 20 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 1, 15 minutes.

What internal temperature should Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice reach?

For Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

How long should Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice marinate?

Step 1 reads: "Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, toss to coat, and marinate at least 15 minutes." Follow the time in step 1. Shorter still seasons the surface. Much longer is not better with acidic marinades, which turn the outside of meat or fish mushy.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice uses 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs.

Is Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice keto-friendly?

A serving of Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice carries 14 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 70 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 14 percent.

How much protein is in Greek Chicken Bowl with Cauliflower Rice?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 410 calories, alongside 14 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein lunch collection.

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