Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl until fully combined.
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or heavy skillet. Add chicken to the marinade and let rest for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Make the tzatziki: grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel. Combine with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and fresh dill. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions. Halve the tomatoes, dice the cucumber, shred the romaine, and slice the red onion.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Remove chicken from marinade and arrange in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 7 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Alternatively, cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Assemble bowls with a base of rice or quinoa, then top with romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Add sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of tzatziki, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Store all components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Tzatziki keeps for up to 3 days. Add fresh greens and tzatziki right before serving to keep everything crisp. Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts — adjust air fry time to 12 to 14 minutes total.
