Bright, zesty, and protein-packed — this bowl is a perfect balance of tangy chicken, fluffy couscous, fresh veggies, and creamy garlicky feta sauce.
📝 Ingredients
For the Lemon Dijon Chicken:
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Couscous:
1 cup couscous
1¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pinch of salt
For the Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce:
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1–2 tablespoons warm water (to thin)
Pinch of salt
Fresh Veggie Toppings:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: arugula or microgreens for garnish
👩🍳 Directions
1️⃣ Cook the Couscous
Bring chicken broth or water to a boil. Stir in couscous, olive oil, and salt. Cover, remove from heat, and let sit 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
2️⃣ Cook the Lemon Dijon Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken and marinate at least 15 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Slice thinly.
3️⃣ Prepare the Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce
Blend feta, Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add warm water gradually to reach a creamy consistency.
4️⃣ Assemble the Bowls
Divide couscous into serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
5️⃣ Add Sauce & Serve
Drizzle garlic feta yogurt sauce over each bowl. Garnish with arugula or microgreens if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approximate):
Calories: 540 kcal
Protein: 38 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 6 g
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fresh, tangy, and balanced — this bowl is a Mediterranean-inspired powerhouse for lunch or dinner!