Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl
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Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl
Description
This Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl assembles pre-cooked marinated chicken breast sliced atop a warm blend of brown rice and quinoa. Fresh vegetables including arugula, seeded cucumbers, halved grape tomatoes, and kalamata olives add vibrant texture and flavor. Crumbled feta cheese imparts a savory note, while hummus and Greek yogurt provide creamy richness. Lemon juice brightens the bowl, and optional tahini dressing enhances its Mediterranean flavor profile. The chicken is pan-sauteed for a tender, juicy texture.
The bowl presents a mix of soft grains and tender chicken complemented by crisp, fresh vegetables, with creamy and tangy components from the dairy and hummus. It serves well as a satisfying standalone lunch or dinner.
Ingredients can be prepared separately then combined at serving. Warming the grains just before assembling ensures a pleasant temperature contrast with the fresh, cool vegetables. The recipe encourages marinating the chicken beforehand to boost flavor but it can be cooked directly if needed.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cooked
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 cups brown rice cooked
- 2 cups quinoa cooked
- 10 grape tomatoes sliced
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup cucumber remove seeds, sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1/4 cup tahini salad dressing optional
Instructions
Grilled Chicken
- Marinate chicken breasts in your favorite marinade for a few hours before cooking.
- Saute chicken breasts in a pan with two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Cook on both sides until done, this should take 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
- Heat brown rice and quinoa in the microwave until warm.
Prep Fresh Vegetables
- Wash arugula.
- Slice cucumber in half, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice cucumber.
- Slice grape tomatoes in half.
Assemble Grain Bowls
- Divide brown rice and quinoa between two bowls.
- Slice cooked chicken and place on top of brown rice and quinoa.
- Add 1/4 cup of hummus to each bowl. Add half of the yogurt to each bowl.
- Top each bowl with equal amounts of arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives.
- Top with tahini dressing if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 777 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 777kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 66g | 132% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 167mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 1439mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 1640mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1444IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 242mg | 24% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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