Rustic Mediterranean Chicken and Kale Bowl
Mediterranean Chicken and Kale Bowl. Imagine coming home after a busy day, craving a meal that’s not only delicious but also nourishing for your body. Something that’s full of vibrant flavors, packed with healthy ingredients, and easy to prepare. The Mediterranean Chicken and Kale Bowl is exactly what you need. This delightful dish combines lean protein, antioxidant-rich kale, tangy Greek olives, and a creamy tahini feta sauce. And the best part? It comes together in less than 40 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight dinner.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 tablespoon Italian/Greek seasoning
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Chili flakes salt, and black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cubed or slice
- 3 cups chopped kale
- 1/2 cup pitted Greek olives
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds or pine nuts
- Rice for serving
- Chopped fresh dill for garnish
Tahini Feta Sauce Ingredients:
- 4-6 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- On a baking sheet, toss the chicken with 2 tablespoons olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, Italian/Greek seasoning, honey, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bake for 15 minutes, toss, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
- In a bowl, combine kale, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, olives, pepperoncini, sesame seeds, salt, and chili flakes. Add to the baking sheet with chicken in the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to wilt the kale.
- For the tahini feta sauce, blend feta cheese, Greek yogurt, tahini, grated garlic, lemon juice, honey, and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Add more water to thin if necessary. Season with salt and chili flakes.
- Serve chicken and kale over rice, topped with tahini feta sauce and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal
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