Last Updated on February 4, 2025
Fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor! This Lemon Herb Chicken Bowl combines juicy, grilled chicken with fluffy quinoa, crisp veggies, and a bright lemon herb sauce. Topped with creamy avocado and crumbled feta, it’s the perfect balance of light and satisfying,
Lemon Herb Chicken Bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb ButcherBox chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp ButcherBox Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
For the Lemon Herb Sauce:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp honey (optional)
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cucumber diced
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the Chicken: Drizzle chicken with olive oil and season with ButcherBox Lemon Pepper Seasoning and salt. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Make the Lemon Herb Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, oregano, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and honey. Set aside.
- Prep the Bowl Ingredients: Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Slice and chop veggies.
How to Cook
- Grill the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowl: In a serving bowl, layer quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
- Top with Chicken: Add the sliced grilled chicken over the quinoa mix.
- Drizzle the Sauce: Spoon the lemon herb sauce over the chicken and veggies.
- Finish & Serve: Sprinkle with feta cheese and sunflower seeds for extra flavor and crunch. Enjoy!
ideal for a wholesome lunch, a refreshing dinner, or any time you crave something deliciously nourishing!
Chef Edvina Sarukhanayan is a passionate chef and recipe developer known for her vibrant, flavor-packed dishes. With a love for fresh ingredients and global cuisines, she creates approachable yet elevated recipes that inspire home cooks to explore new flavors with confidence. Through her culinary creativity, Chef Edvina brings joy and warmth to every meal.
