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These loaded Chicken Tzatziki Bowls offer a fun weeknight dinner that feels extra special. Street food-inspired oven-roasted chicken served bowl style with all the “extras”. Lettuce, lots of peperoncini, a simple avocado cucumber salad, and plenty of feta. Add delicious creamy tzatziki sauce and ginger tahini and you’ll have a Greek-inspired bowl that’s SO GOOD. Serve each bowl with pita and homemade fries for a meal that everyone will truly love.
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Hi, hi from Atlanta! One quick signing here at Williams Sonoma at Ponce City Market. Then I’m off to Texas for the final two book tour stops on Monday and Tuesday, then home on Wednesday. I’m looking forward to the next couple of days, but I’m also excited to be sharing a new recipe. I’ve been wanting to share this bowl since the day I made it!! It’s so fun, delicious, and a great recipe for spring/summer.
With springtime here (NYC and Atlanta have so much color right now!), I’m definitely craving fresh foods with bright colors. Spring salads, veggie boards, and fun vegetable sides for upcoming Easter.
My one hang-up with salads is that they never quite feel that satisfying. Lots of greens, but rarely many exciting elements to build them up and make a great meal! Instead of another okay salad, I made a Greek-inspired bowl with ALL the accompaniments.
Here are the details
This recipe definitely looks long, and while there are some steps to it, nothing is too hard or time-consuming.
The chicken is where you want to start. It’s seasoned with yogurt, lots of garlic, shallots, smoked paprika, and oregano. Super flavorful. If you have extra time you can begin marinating the chicken a few hours before cooking or you can start cooking right away.
Once you got your seasoned chicken roast it on a sheet pan to keep things simple and quick.
While the chicken is roasting I like to make a quick homemade tzatziki sauce. But store-bought easily works as well!
Then the ginger tahini. It’s tahini, ginger, a bit of garlic, lemon, and salt. So simple but it’s that drizzle of tzatziki sauce that really adds to the bowl.
Assemble
When the chicken is complete all that’s left is to assemble. This is basically like a big salad, but a loaded salad.
Lots of shredded lettuce, then cucumber, avocado, crumbled feta, and plenty of fresh dill. The rest is up to you, tomatoes and peperoncini are key for me!!
Throw the chicken on top, then add dollops of tzatziki sauce, and a drizzle of the tahini!! So many yummy flavors and textures.
I usually serve the bowl with warm naan (or pitas) and a side of fries.
Such a fun and bright dinner for any night of the week. And what I love is that the leftovers are perfect for enjoying the next day for lunch! The sauce will last all week and can be used in multiple recipes.
Why you’ll love these bowls
- Sheet-pan roasted chicken = big flavor, low fuss
- “Loaded salad” energy (crunch + tang + creamy)
- Great for meal prep/lunch the next day
FAQ
Can I use store-bought tzatziki?
Yes—store-bought works great here. If you want to “freshen” it up, stir in a little extra dill and lemon to taste.
How do I keep the bowls from getting soggy for meal prep?
Store the lettuce, salad, and sauces separately, then assemble right before eating. Add tzatziki and tahini at the very end so everything stays crisp.
Can I swap chicken breasts for thighs (or vice versa)?
Either works. Thighs tend to stay juicier, while breasts are leaner—just keep the pieces evenly sized so they cook at the same pace.
My tahini sauce got thick—what should I do?
Tahini can tighten up as it sits. Blend or whisk in a splash of water until it’s smooth and drizzle-able again, then season to taste.
Looking for other easy dinners? Here are some favorites:
Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes
30 Minute Spicy Indian Butter Chicken
Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros with Feta Tzatziki
Lastly, if you make these Chicken Tzatziki Bowls, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Greek Chicken Tzatziki Bowls
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- chili flakes, Kosher salt, and black pepper
- 2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1-2 cups Tzakiki sauce
- lettuce, peperoncini, onion, tomatoes, and pitas, for serving
Ginger Tahini
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 2 teaspoons tamari
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, cubed chicken, garlic, shallots, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the refrigerator.2. Preheat the oven to 425° F. Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, toss and bake another 5-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Switch the oven to broil. Broil 1-2 minutes, until the chicken chars on the edges.3. Meanwhile, combine the cucumbers, avocado, lemon, dill, salt, and pepper. 4. To make the tahini. Combine all ingredients and 1/4 cup water in a blender and blend until smooth. If needed, add water to thin the sauce as desired. Season to taste with salt.5. To assemble, add lettuce to a bowl. Top with chicken, cucumber/avocado, feta cheese, and any other desired toppings. Add a few dollops of Tzaziki sauce. Drizzle over the tahini.
Nutrition
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Did you make this recipe? Please rate & comment below.
Delicious. Made this for dinner tonight. My husband & I loved it. I’m forever going to marinate my chicken this way.
Hi Amy,
Amazing!! Love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it and your comment! xx
My go to chicken recipe!!! Perfect every single time (chef’s kiss)
Hey Ari,
Wonderful!! I’m so glad to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it! xT
I love this recipe!
Hi Leah,
Fantastic!!🥗🌮 I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear that it turned out well for you! xx
I love these Greek chicken bowls with a passion! The first time I made them I immediately texted all of my family and friends and told them they needed to make them asap. Don’t skip the ginger tahini- while not mandatory for a quick dinner, it is SO GOOD! This is a healthy recipe that I love making for my friends when they come over.
Hey Kaleigh,
Happy Monday!! Love to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it! xT
Hi! Could I add lemon to the marinade??
Hi Chelsey,
Totally, that would work well for you! I hope you love this dish, please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
I would love to make this with your homemade tzakiki sauce. Could you share the link? Thank you.
Hi Carol,
Here you go:
https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/chicken-gyros-with-feta-tzatziki/
Please let me know if you have any other questions! xT
I made this for our dinner last night and it was a big hit! I served it with a side of Spanakopita and it was easy and soooooo delicious!!!
Hey Lynn,
Awesome!! Thanks a bunch for trying this recipe and your comment, so glad to hear it turned out well for you! xT
I made this last night and my son who usually isn’t a chicken fan went back for seconds!!
Hey Morgan,
Love it!!🥗🌮 I am thrilled to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks for making it and sharing your review!! xx
Delish and we will include in our regular rotation. Everyone loved it!
Hey Nikki,
Amazing!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was tasty for you, thanks a lot for giving it a try!🥑🥝 xT
I don’t have a blender. Do you think I could make the tahini by just mixing the ingredients or does it need to be blended?
Or could I use a food processor?
Hi Sophia,
I think using a food processor would be your best option:) I hope you love this recipe, let me know how it turns out! xT
I absolutely LOVE this dish! It tastes so fresh with the delicious, crunchy, dill goodness! The chicken is SO flavorful & this dish is going into our regular rotation ! Thanks for yet another great recipe!!
Hey Colleen,
Happy Sunday!! So glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! xT
Any recommendations on what I could sub for the Greek yogurt in the marinade? We have vanilla Greek yogurt, but no plain on hand. 🙁
Hey Keisha,
Sour cream would also work well for you! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xx
Simply divine! That tahini sauce is like liquid gold 😍
Hey Clarisse,
Wonderful!!😃 I appreciate you making this dish and sharing your comment, so glad it was a winner! xx
SO good! The tahini sauce, the marinade, the freshness of the cucumber and avocado all work together perfectly! Thanks!
Hey Amelia,
Happy Friday!! I appreciate you making this recipe and your feedback, I am thrilled that it turned out well for you! ☀️🍉
THIS was amazing. Picky teenager approved. Thank you!
Hey Jody,
Happy Monday!! So glad to hear that this recipe turned out well for you, thanks so much for making it! xx