NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz chicken breast

0.5 cup cooked brown basmati rice

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup cucumber

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp feta cheese

4 whole kalamata olives

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Prepare the brown basmati rice according to package instructions if not using pre-cooked rice.

• 2

  Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and season evenly with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the exterior is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

• 5

  While the chicken cooks, dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.

• 6

  In a small bowl, toss the cucumber and tomatoes with the fresh lemon juice.

• 7

  Assemble the bowl by placing the warm brown basmati rice at the bottom, then topping with the seared chicken and the lemon-dressed vegetables.

• 8

  Finish the dish by garnishing with crumbled feta cheese and pitted kalamata olives.