Cubby Cookbook
Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Protein Bowls

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Total

35 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Calories

520

The Story

Why this recipe belongs in your week

Greek lemon chicken orzo protein bowls are built for busy weeks: juicy chicken, lemon-herb orzo, chickpeas, crisp vegetables, feta, and tzatziki packed into portions that still feel bright and satisfying.

Cubby makes that meal prep more repeatable. Save the bowl, choose how many portions to make, and let the grocery list connect the recipe to what is already in the pantry.

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup dry orzo
  • 1 1/2 cups canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley or dill
  • 2 lemons
  • Black pepper

Instructions

Cook the recipe

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Season the chicken

    Season chicken with oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Sear and slice

    Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, then rest before slicing.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Make lemon orzo

    Cook orzo until tender, then toss with lemon zest, lemon juice, herbs, and a splash of olive oil.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Prep the toppings

    Prep cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, feta, and tzatziki.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Build the bowls

    Divide orzo into bowls or containers, then top with chicken, vegetables, chickpeas, feta, herbs, and tzatziki.

Save it before it disappears

Cook this from Cubby tonight.

Send the recipe to Cubby, add it to your meal plan, check what you already have, and turn the rest into a grocery list.

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Chef's Tips

Check the pantry before shopping so Cubby only adds the ingredients you actually need.

Save your preferred heat level, pasta shape, or sauce thickness as a note after cooking.

Plan leftovers before serving so an extra portion turns into lunch instead of disappearing in the fridge.

FAQ

Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Cook it fully, cool it quickly, and refrigerate portions for up to four days.

Can I save this recipe to Cubby?

Yes. Use Cubby Cookbook to save the recipe, plan when to cook it, and build the grocery list.

Can I adjust the spice level?

Yes. Start lighter with the spicy ingredient, then add more near the end after tasting.

Nutrition

calories

520

protein

42g

carbohydrates

55g

fat

17g

fiber

8g

sugar

6g

sodium

740mg

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