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Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Oven
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mediterranean Chicken Farro Bowls are a delicious and healthy meal option that combines marinated chicken, wholesome farro, fresh vegetables, tangy tzatziki sauce, and creamy feta cheese for a flavorful bowl packed with Mediterranean flavors.


Ingredients

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The Marinated Chicken:

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, more for cooking
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

The Farro:

  • 1 cup farro
  • 3 cups water or stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Bowls:

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 seedless cucumber, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried dill

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a large zip bag, combine chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes, preferably 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Cook the farro: Rinse and drain farro. Cook farro in a pot with salt and water or stock. Simmer for 30 minutes until tender. Drain off excess water.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook chicken breasts for 7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165F. Discard marinade. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Make the tzatziki sauce: Grate cucumber and garlic. Combine with yogurt, salt, lemon juice, and dill. Refrigerate until serving.
  5. Assemble: Create a base of farro in a bowl. Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onions, tzatziki sauce, and feta cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the chicken with grilled vegetables or chickpeas.
  • Feel free to customize your bowls with additional toppings like avocado, hummus, or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg