Imagine a dinner that transports you to the sun-drenched shores of Greece with just one bite - without spending hours in the kitchen! These Instant Pot Greek Lemon Dill Chicken Bowls are your ticket to a quick, nutritious, and absolutely mouthwatering meal that combines the bright, zesty flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with the convenience of modern cooking. In just 30 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will have your family begging for seconds and your taste buds dancing with delight!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Greek
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 4 cups spinach
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by cubing chicken breasts into uniform 1-inch pieces and patting dry with paper towels.
- Season chicken cubes generously with salt, pepper, and half of the chopped fresh dill.
- Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode and add a small amount of olive oil. Brown chicken cubes for 2-3 minutes until they develop a light golden color.
- Add rinsed quinoa and chicken broth to the Instant Pot, stirring to combine with browned chicken.
- Close Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Once cooking cycle completes, perform a quick release of pressure.
- Open lid and stir in fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt from the residual heat.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and quinoa mixture, stirring to incorporate.
- Garnish with remaining fresh dill and additional lemon zest if desired.
- Serve hot in individual bowls, ensuring even distribution of chicken, quinoa, and spinach.
Tips
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure perfect browning and prevent steaming
- Use fresh dill if possible - it makes a significant flavor difference compared to dried herbs
- Don't skip the browning step, as it builds deep flavor foundations for the entire dish
- Ensure quinoa is well-rinsed to remove any bitter coating
- For extra protein, you can substitute quinoa with orzo or brown rice
- Add a dollop of Greek yogurt on top for extra creaminess and authentic Greek flair
- If you prefer a more intense lemon flavor, add some lemon zest along with the juice
- Allow a quick natural pressure release if you want slightly softer chicken texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 362kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
