Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls with Homemade Tzatziki

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Herb-marinated chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, crisp vegetables and Kalamata olives finished with an easy homemade cucumber-dill tzatziki sauce.

Some dinners earn a permanent place in the rotation because they're flavorful, easy to customize and everyone can build their plate exactly how they like it.

These Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls with Homemade Tzatziki are exactly that kind of dinner.

Bite-sized chicken is marinated in olive oil, garlic, onion, oregano, thyme and rosemary before baking until tender and flavorful. Then it's served over fluffy jasmine rice with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion and Kalamata olives.

And the part I never want to skip: a generous spoonful of homemade tzatziki.

The cool, creamy cucumber-dill sauce is such a good contrast to the warm herb chicken and rice, and it makes the entire bowl come together.

It's colorful, fresh and satisfying without requiring anything complicated—which is exactly what I want from a weeknight dinner.

Greek chicken and rice bowl with herb chicken, jasmine rice, cucumber, tomatoes, Kalamata olives and homemade tzatziki.
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Why You'll Love These Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls

They're full of fresh flavor. You get warm herb chicken and rice alongside cucumber, tomato, onion, olives and cool tzatziki.

The chicken is easy. Cut it into bite-sized pieces, toss it in the marinade and let the oven do the rest.

Homemade tzatziki makes the bowl. It's creamy, garlicky, fresh and only takes a few minutes to mix together.

Everyone can build their own. Set out the toppings and let everyone add exactly what they like.

They're meal-prep friendly. Keep the warm and cold ingredients separate and you have an easy lunch ready for later in the week.

You can change the toppings. Feta, warm pita, extra dill or even a squeeze of fresh lemon would all be delicious additions.

Overhead view of Greek-inspired chicken and jasmine rice bowl with fresh vegetables and tzatziki.

What's in a Greek-Inspired Chicken Rice Bowl?

This isn't meant to be a traditional Greek dish. It's a Greek-inspired rice bowl built around some of the flavors and ingredients I love together.

Herb Chicken

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are cut into bite-sized pieces before being tossed with olive oil and plenty of seasoning.

We're using:

  • garlic powder

  • onion powder

  • dried oregano

  • thyme

  • rosemary

  • sea salt

  • black pepper

Letting the chicken marinate for about 30 minutes gives those herbs and seasonings time to flavor the meat before it goes into the oven.

Jasmine Rice

I use jasmine rice as the base because it's easy, fluffy and so good underneath the chicken and tzatziki.

You can prepare the rice using your favorite method while the chicken is in the oven.

Fresh Vegetables

English cucumber, cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion give the bowl its fresh crunch and color.

Kalamata Olives

Kalamata olives bring a salty, briny bite that works especially well with the creamy tzatziki.

Homemade Tzatziki

Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon, garlic and fresh dill make an incredibly simple homemade tzatziki.

It's cool and creamy against the warm chicken and rice and honestly might be my favorite part of the entire bowl.

Close-up of herb chicken and jasmine rice topped with cucumber, tomatoes, olives and creamy tzatziki.

How to Make Herb Chicken

Start by cutting 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Add the chicken to a bowl with:

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon thyme

  • 1 teaspoon rosemary

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.

Cover and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes.

When you're ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375°F.

Spread the chicken in a baking dish or pan and bake for approximately 25–35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked.

Because the pieces are bite-sized, check them toward the earlier end of that range rather than automatically giving them the full 35 minutes.

I love using a good baking dish for simple weeknight meals like this because the chicken can go straight from marinating to the oven.

Herb-marinated chicken served over jasmine rice with fresh Greek-inspired toppings.

Easy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

While the chicken is baking, make the tzatziki.

You'll need:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1/4 cup chopped cucumber

  • fresh dill, to taste

Add everything to a bowl and stir until well combined.

Taste and add additional dill if you'd like.

Then refrigerate the tzatziki until you're ready to assemble the bowls.

One of the nice things about making this sauce yourself is that you can adjust it. Add more dill if you love that fresh herb flavor or a little more lemon if you want additional brightness.

Amanda's Tip

If your chopped cucumber is particularly watery, blot it with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel before stirring it into the Greek yogurt. It helps keep the tzatziki thick and creamy rather than watery.

Greek chicken bowl with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives and homemade tzatziki.

How to Assemble Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls

Once your chicken and jasmine rice are ready, it's time for the best part.

Start each bowl with a generous layer of warm jasmine rice.

Add the herb chicken.

Then add:

English cucumber
Cherry tomatoes
Thinly sliced red onion
Kalamata olives

Finish with a generous spoonful of homemade tzatziki.

You can serve everything in individual bowls or put all the toppings on the table and let everyone build their own.

And if you want to add even more, crumbled feta, fresh dill, warm pita or a squeeze of lemon would all fit beautifully here.

Easy Greek-inspired chicken rice bowl with fresh vegetables and creamy cucumber-dill tzatziki.

How to Meal Prep Chicken and Rice Bowls

This is one of those recipes where a little planning makes the leftovers much better.

Instead of completely assembling extra bowls, store the components separately.

Keep your chicken and jasmine rice together or in separate containers so they can be reheated.

Keep the cucumber, tomato, red onion and olives cold.

And definitely keep your tzatziki separate.

When you're ready to eat, reheat the chicken and rice and then add all of the fresh toppings and cold tzatziki afterward.

That way, lunch the next day still tastes like the dinner you actually wanted—not a bowl of warm cucumber and yogurt.

Chicken and jasmine rice bowl finished with cucumber, tomatoes, olives and homemade tzatziki sauce.

What Else Can I Add to a Greek Chicken Bowl?

One of my favorite things about rice bowls is how easily you can make them your own.

Try adding:

  • crumbled feta

  • hummus

  • warm pita bread

  • fresh parsley

  • additional dill

  • a squeeze of lemon

  • roasted red peppers

You can also adjust the amounts of the toppings already in the recipe.

Love Kalamata olives? Add more.

Not a fan of raw onion? Leave it off.

The recipe gives you the foundation, but your bowl doesn't have to look exactly like mine.

What to Serve with Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls

These bowls are filling enough to be dinner on their own, but warm pita bread would be my first choice if you're adding something on the side.

A simple salad also works beautifully.

And if you love easy dinners built around rice and fresh toppings, my Crispy Rice Salmon Salad with Peanut Sauce is another one I'd make next. It has a completely different flavor profile, but that same combination of rice, fresh vegetables and an easy protein.

Amanda's Quick Tips

Give the chicken time to marinate. Thirty minutes is enough to let those seasonings start doing their job.

Cut the chicken evenly. Similar-sized pieces cook more evenly.

Don't automatically bake for 35 minutes. Start checking the bite-sized chicken around the 25-minute mark.

Make the tzatziki while the chicken cooks. It makes the recipe move much faster.

Keep the cold ingredients cold. Especially if you're meal prepping.

Don't reheat the tzatziki. Add it after the chicken and rice are warm.

Blot a watery cucumber. This helps keep homemade tzatziki thick.

Make it your own. These bowls are perfect for setting out family-style and letting everyone choose their toppings.

Greek-inspired herb chicken and rice bowl with colorful vegetables, Kalamata olives and tzatziki.

Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls with Homemade Tzatziki

Herb-marinated chicken served over jasmine rice with cucumber, tomato, red onion, Kalamata olives and easy homemade tzatziki.

Ingredients

Herb Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon thyme

  • 1 teaspoon rosemary

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Rice & Toppings

  • 4 cups cooked jasmine rice

  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced and cut in half

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup Kalamata olives

Homemade Tzatziki

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1/4 cup cucumber, chopped

  • Fresh dill, to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

Add the bite-sized chicken to a bowl with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, rosemary, sea salt and black pepper.

Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.

Cover and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes.

2. Bake the Chicken

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Transfer the marinated chicken to a baking dish or pan, spreading the pieces out evenly.

Bake for approximately 25–35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked.

3. Prepare the Rice

While the chicken cooks, prepare the jasmine rice according to your preferred method.

You'll need approximately 4 cups cooked rice for the bowls.

4. Make the Homemade Tzatziki

Add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped cucumber and fresh dill to a bowl.

Stir until combined.

Taste and add additional dill if desired.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

5. Assemble the Bowls

Divide the warm jasmine rice between bowls.

Top with the herb chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion and Kalamata olives.

Finish each bowl with a generous spoonful of homemade tzatziki.

Add any additional toppings you love and serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls Ahead of Time?

Yes. This recipe works particularly well for meal prep.

Store the chicken and rice separately from the fresh vegetables and tzatziki. Reheat only the chicken and rice, then add the cold toppings before serving.

Can I Make the Tzatziki Ahead of Time?

Yes. You can prepare the tzatziki ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you're ready to assemble the bowls.

Can I Use Chicken Thighs Instead of Chicken Breasts?

Boneless chicken thighs should work as an alternative, although cooking time may differ. Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before serving.

What Can I Substitute for Jasmine Rice?

You can use another rice you enjoy if you don't have jasmine rice. The finished flavor and texture will be slightly different, but the toppings and herb chicken are flexible enough to work with other rice varieties.

Can I Add Feta?

Absolutely. Feta isn't part of my original recipe, but its salty, creamy flavor would be delicious with the chicken, vegetables, olives and tzatziki.

How Do I Keep Homemade Tzatziki From Getting Watery?

Cucumber naturally contains a lot of water. If yours seems particularly juicy after chopping, blot away some of the excess moisture before mixing it with the Greek yogurt.

More Easy Rice Bowl Recipes

If you're looking for another easy dinner after this one, try:

Crispy Rice Salmon Salad with Peanut Sauce

Crispy jasmine rice, salmon, avocado, edamame and vegetables with a creamy peanut-chili dressing.

Sweet & Spicy Salmon Bowls

Another colorful rice bowl with salmon and plenty of flavor.

Pork Banh Mi Bowl

A completely different flavor profile but another great bowl-style dinner.

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These Greek Chicken and Rice Bowls are exactly the kind of dinner I love having in my rotation: simple ingredients, lots of fresh flavor and enough flexibility that everyone can make their bowl a little differently.

I've included a printable recipe card below so it's easy to save, print and make again.

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A Note From Amanda

Weeknight dinner doesn't have to be elaborate to be something everyone looks forward to.

I love meals like this because I can put warm chicken and rice on the table alongside bowls of fresh toppings and let everyone make theirs exactly how they like it. And somehow, adding a homemade sauce always makes a simple dinner feel a little more special.

I hope this becomes one of those easy recipes you keep tucked away for the nights when you want something fresh, filling and really delicious without spending the entire evening in the kitchen.

"Taste and see that the Lord is good."
Psalm 34:8

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