Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls with Fresh Cucumber Salad & Hummus – Bright, Bold & Satisfying

These Lemon Chili Grilled Chicken Bowls are fresh, zesty, and packed with flavor—juicy grilled chicken with a citrusy kick, crisp cucumber salad, and creamy hummus all coming together in one balanced, crave-worthy bowl. Perfect for meal prep or an easy, healthy dinner. 😋

📋 ingredients:

lemon chili chicken:

• 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast

• Zest and juice of 2 lemons

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp chili powder

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp cumin

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

cucumber salad:

• 2 large cucumbers, diced

• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice or red wine vinegar

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Optional: chopped dill or parsley

for the bowls:

• 1 cup hummus

• Cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice

• Optional extras: cherry tomatoes, olives, feta cheese

🥣 directions:

marinate the chicken

In a bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Add chicken and marinate at least 20 minutes (up to 24 hours).

grill the chicken

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.

Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through and lightly charred.

Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

make the cucumber salad

Toss cucumbers, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and herbs if using.

assemble the bowls

Start with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.

Add sliced chicken, a scoop of hummus, and cucumber salad.

Finish with any extra toppings you like.

💡 tips:

• Grill extra chicken for meal prep

• Add a drizzle of olive oil or chili oil for extra richness

• Warm the hummus slightly for ultra-creamy texture

⏲ prep time: 15 mins | cook time: 15 mins | marinate: 20 mins

makes: 4 bowls