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Greek-Style Chicken Meatballs and Rice Bowl (Healthy Mediterranean Bowl)

A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired bowl packed with juicy Greek-style chicken meatballs, fluffy rice, creamy homemade tzatziki, and a crisp Greek salad. This wholesome meal is balanced, vibrant, and perfect for a healthy lunch, weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Tender chicken meatballs are seasoned with garlic, lemon zest, and fresh herbs, then baked or pan-seared until golden. They’re served over warm rice and paired with a cooling tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill. On the side, a classic Greek salad adds crunch and brightness with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta.

Every bite brings a perfect mix of freshness, protein, and Mediterranean flavor.

Why you’ll love it:

  • High-protein & satisfying
  • Fresh Mediterranean flavors
  • Easy to meal prep
  • Balanced and healthy bowl

Prep Time 40 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Courses: ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Summer, Spring
Description

A vibrant Mediterranean bowl featuring juicy baked Greek chicken meatballs, fluffy rice, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a refreshing Greek salad. It’s wholesome, high in protein, and full of fresh herbs, lemon, and classic Greek flavors.

Ingredients
    Chicken Meatballs
  • 500 grams chicken breast (ground)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • Zest of one lemon
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Chili flakes
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • Salt and Black pepper (to taste)
    • Tzatziki
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 3 small cucumbers (grated and squeezed)
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • A handfull of fresh mint and dill (finely chopped)
    • Greek Salad
  • 3 tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 cucumber (chopped)
  • 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 70 grams feta cheese
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. 1
    Make the meatballs:
    • In a bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, dill, lemon zest, parsley, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
    • Form into small meatballs (makes around 16) and place on a lined baking tray.
    • Refrigerate while preparing the rest of the recipe.
    • Heat a large pan on high, drizzle with olive oil. Cook meatballs on each side until browned.
    • Turn down the temperature, cover the pan and let cook through for 10 minutes.
    • Alternatively, you can brush the meatballs with olive oil and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden.
  2. 2
    Make the Tzatziki:Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, mint and salt. Chill until ready to serve.
  3. 3
    Prepare the greek salad:Combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  4. 4
    Assemble the bowls:

    Add cooked plain basmati rice to each bowl.
    Top with chicken meatballs, Greek salad, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki.
    Finish with extra olive oil or fresh herbs if desired.

Note

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Swap rice for quinoa for variety.
  • Make meatballs ahead for meal prep. They freeze well.
  • I recommend adding the chili flakes for a spicy kick.
  • You can bake the meatballs instead of cooking in the pan.
Keywords: chicken rice bowl, greek recipe, tzatziki, greek salad, healthy
Read it online: https://jessicacooks.com/recipe/greek-style-chicken-meatballs-and-rice-bowl-healthy-mediterranean-bowl/
Jessica
Food Blogger