Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl Recipe
A vibrant and healthy Mediterranean-inspired dish combining tender chicken, fluffy couscous, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Protein
- 500 g rotisserie chicken, shredded or leftover roast chicken
Grains
- 180 g pearl couscous ((approx. 3 cups cooked))
Vegetables
- 120 g mixed leaves
- 300 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 unit cucumber, sliced
- 1 unit red onion, sliced
Dairy & Condiments
- 420 g Greek yoghurt
- 1 unit cucumber, diced or grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 unit lemon, juiced
Seasonings
- to taste Salt and pepper
Optional
- splash to taste water or olive oil (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Cook couscous in boiling salted water for about 10 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yoghurt, diced cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Shred the chicken.
- Layer mixed leaves, cooled couscous, chicken, vegetables, and top with tzatziki. Serve immediately or assemble in containers for meal prep.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese or additional herbs.