Description
Chicken Gyro Bowls are a delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Greece into a convenient bowl format. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves fresh, bold flavors but also values quick and easy meal prep. The combination of marinated grilled chicken, fluffy rice or pita, crisp vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce creates a perfectly balanced dish that is satisfying yet light. Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight dinner or a meal-prep option that will keep you fueled throughout the week, Chicken Gyro Bowls are an excellent choice.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Assembly:
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, divide the cooked rice or quinoa as the base. Top each bowl with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese. Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Gyro Bowls, Greek, Mediterranean, Healthy, Quick, Easy, Meal Prep
