Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Tender chicken with sun-dried tomato herb marinade over rice with fresh greens

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.3 lbs)
02 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Rice

11 - 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
12 - 3 cups water
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Fresh Greens & Toppings

14 - 4 cups mixed salad greens
15 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
16 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
17 - 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a bowl, combine sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato oil, garlic, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
04 - Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, mixed salad greens, and halved cherry tomatoes. Add feta cheese and toasted pine nuts if desired.
05 - Drizzle with additional sun-dried tomato oil or fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sun-dried tomato marinade transforms ordinary chicken into something with genuine depth and character.
  • It comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for weeknight dinners without sacrificing flavor.
  • The bowl format means you control every bite, mixing warm rice with cool greens and tender chicken exactly how you like it.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting period for rice or chicken, those few minutes make the difference between good and genuinely great texture.
  • The sun-dried tomato oil is not a garnish, it's the backbone of the dish, so make sure you reserve it from the jar.
03 -
  • Reserve extra marinade before adding raw chicken, then drizzle it over the finished bowl for an extra layer of flavor.
  • If you pound the chicken breasts to even thickness first, they'll cook more uniformly and finish at the same time.
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