Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Chicken Bowl

Savor the perfect fusion of bold smoky flavors and fresh Mediterranean charm with this Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Chicken Bowl. Featuring juicy, spice-marinated chicken grilled to perfection, this wholesome dish combines the fiery kick of chipotle chili powder with the vibrant zest of lemon and aromatic smoked paprika. A fluffy bed of protein-packed quinoa serves as the base, elevated with a medley of crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, and fresh parsley. Tied together with a creamy yogurt mint dressing, this nutrient-packed meal is both satisfying and refreshing. Ready in just 45 minutes, this balanced and flavorful recipe is ideal for healthy meal prep and weeknight cravings alike. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean-inspired recipes and chipotle chicken bowls!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 cloves garlic clove
• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup yogurt
• 5 leaves mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Begin by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, mix chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper.

Step 2

Coat the chicken breast pieces with the marinade. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the quinoa. Rinse quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the broth is absorbed.

Step 5

Fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside.

Step 6

Heat a grill pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Grill the marinated chicken until cooked through and charred, about 5-7 minutes on each side.

Step 7

Remove chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

Step 8

Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.

Step 9

In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, kalamata olives, and parsley.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine yogurt with finely chopped mint leaves for a refreshing dressing.

Step 11

To assemble the bowl, start with a base of the quinoa salad, top it with slices of chipotle chicken, and drizzle with yogurt mint dressing.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Chicken Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1760.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2035.8

Total Fat 111.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 280.5mg	0%
Sodium 6794.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 120.3g	0%

Vitamin D 70.8IU	0%
Calcium 929.5mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 2606.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.9%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 27.7%