Description
Chicken Gyro Bowls are a delightful fusion of marinated chicken, fluffy rice or warm pita, and vibrant veggies, all drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce. This easy-to-make dish bursts with Mediterranean flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, these bowls promise to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cooked rice or warm pita bread
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Coat chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Mix grated cucumber with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and dill in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Slice cooked chicken and layer it over rice or pita. Add cherry tomatoes and red onion slices. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with parsley or dill.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg