This Greek chicken quinoa salad bowl combines seasoned chicken thighs, fluffy quinoa, and classic Greek ingredients like feta, Kalamata olives, and fresh vegetables in a single, make-ahead meal. It's protein-rich, naturally gluten-free, and stores well for weekday lunches.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season generously with the Italian dressing seasoning packet.
Bake the chicken for 25 minutes.
Flip the chicken thighs and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
To finish, broil the chicken for a couple of minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, rinse the quinoa thoroughly. Add the quinoa and water to a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
Once the chicken has cooled slightly, chop it into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl or individual meal prep containers, layer the cooked quinoa, chopped chicken, red onion, banana peppers, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and Kalamata olives.
Season the salad with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Drizzle with red wine vinegar and olive oil.
Mix everything together until well combined. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days; add vinaigrette just before eating if meal prepping to maintain texture.
Yes, but thighs stay more tender and juicy during cooking. If using breast, reduce cooking time to avoid drying out.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Add the vinaigrette just before eating if prepping ahead to prevent sogginess.
Yes, if you use certified gluten-free Italian dressing seasoning mix; check the label as some brands may contain gluten.
Absolutely. Prepare all components separately, then assemble and dress the bowl within a few hours of eating for best texture.
A simple Greek vinaigrette with olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and garlic complements the Italian seasoning on the chicken.
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