Combining all the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and Keto diet in one dish, these low-carb Greek Chicken Bowls are bursting with colours and flavours (plus, all the nutrients!). Skillet grilled seasoned chicken is paired with the Greek salad staples of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives and feta cheese. Served with a side of refreshing, garlicky Tzatziki sauce or dressing, whichever way you want to roll with this gluten-free, low-carb chicken recipe.
Such a simple yet satiating and nutritious chicken salad bowl is great for lunch (at home or in the office) or as a quick and easy weeknight dinner. This delicious recipe is from the Cast Iron Keto cookbook by Alex and Lauren Lester (read more about the book below).
Greek Chicken Bowls
If you’re looking for tasty low-carb chicken recipes, this Greek bowl of goodness is a must-try. It’s a type of meal I love to make: easy, quick and nutritious while delivering 100% flavour.
We’ve got protein, lots of healthy fats and just enough veg to give you that boost in vitamins, antioxidants and fibre while keeping the carb count low.
Plus, it’s great for meal prep: you can get every element ready ahead of time and store in the fridge for a few days.
Cooking With Cast Iron Skillet
As I mentioned above, this recipe for Greek chicken salad bowls is from a keto cookbook that focuses on cooking with a cast iron skillet. I personally love a good cast iron pan as it’s a bit like a Swiss Army Knife in the kitchen.
- You can a cast iron skillet in the oven, on the stove or over a campfire.
- You can use it to grill meat, bake a frittata or make a cookie.
- It’s an investment BUT it is practically indestructible and will you a lifetime as long as you take good care of it.
- If you’re short on space, it can save you some by serving multiple purposes.
- It’s nontoxic! Unlike nonstick cookware, cast iron contains no harmful chemicals like PFOA, making cast iron the perfect choice for a health-minded kitchen.
Even though the chicken for this dish was grilled in one of these marvellous skillets, you can use your regular frying pan or the barbecue grill to achieve similar results!
Greek Seasoning For Chicken
In my opinion, the key to making this dish an absolute standout is a good Greek seasoning for chicken. There are many good brands of premixed herbs and spice blends on the market like this one or this one.
I often make my own Greek seasoning by mixing some of these staple ingredients: salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme or rosemary, garlic, paprika, and sometimes even cinnamon. You can add other herbs like parsley, marjoram, dill, peppermint or chives. Lemon zest – dried or fresh – is always a great touch!
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Low-Carb Greek Chicken Bowls (Keto, Gluten-Free)
Description
Combining all the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and Keto diet in one dish, these low-carb Greek chicken salad bowls with Tzatziki dressing and feta are super easy to make and are great for lunch or dinner. Recipe from Cast Iron Keto cookbook by Alex & Lauren Lester, read the review below!
Ingredients
Greek Chicken
Tzatziki sauce
Red Wine Vinegar Dressing
Salad Toppings
Instructions
- To make the chicken, combine the chicken, oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Greek seasoning, and salt in a sealable container. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- To make the tzatziki, stir together the yoghurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Refrigerate the tzatziki until you are ready to serve.
- Heat a 10-inch (25-cm) or larger cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and marinade to the skillet. Cook the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until it is brown and its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- To make the red wine vinegar dressing, whisk together the oil, vinegar, oregano, and salt in a small bowl.
- To assemble the bowls, divide the chicken among four individual serving bowls. Top the chicken with the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta cheese. Pour the red wine vinegar dressing over the bowls and top each bowl with the tzatziki just before serving.
Notes;<br><strong>You can buy ready-made Greek seasoning <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZjswSB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">like this </a>or <a href="https://amzn.to/3m3ntQ3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">this one</a>. You can also make your own by mixing salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme or rosemary, garlic powder, paprika, and cinnamon.<br>Cooking times above don't include the time for marinating the chicken which can be anywhere between 10-15 minutes and overnight. The longer you leave it, the more flavour it will have.</strong>
- Nutrition
Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 806mg | Potassium: 602mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 451IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 1mg
