Description
Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying Mediterranean dish featuring tender marinated chicken, fresh veggies, creamy tzatziki, and your choice of fluffy rice or warm pita. This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight meal or a weekend gathering with friends. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures that will transport you straight to Greece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pita breads or 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and paprika. Add chicken and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Tzatziki: Mix yogurt with diced cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and dill. Refrigerate until serving.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer rice or warmed pita in bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish & Serve: Add feta cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg