Mediterranean Chicken and Cottage Cheese Power Bowl
A vibrant, wholesome Mediterranean dish featuring juicy grilled chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh colorful vegetables. This nutritious power bowl is ready in about 30 minutes and combines fresh flavors with hearty ingredients for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 bell pepper diced, any color
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Let them marinate while you prepare the veggies.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Once finished, remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the Veggies: While the chicken is grilling, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Toss all the veggies in a bowl and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowl: In a large serving bowl, layer the sliced grilled chicken over the fresh veggie mixture. Add dollops of cottage cheese on top, and sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish if using.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve your Mediterranean Chicken and Cottage Cheese Power Bowl immediately, mixing the ingredients together for an explosion of flavors!