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Chicken Gyro Bowls Recipe

Best Chicken Gyro Bowls Recipe


  • Author: Velma
  • Total Time: PT1H
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Chicken Gyro Bowls are a fresh, flavorful take on the classic Greek gyro. Tender marinated chicken is served over a bed of rice or greens and topped with crisp vegetables, creamy tzatziki, and warm pita. A perfect meal prep option or quick weeknight dinner, these bowls bring all the delicious Mediterranean flavors together in one wholesome dish.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Bowl Base:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or lemon rice) OR mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber, finely grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish:

  • Warm pita bread, cut into wedges
  • Extra lemon wedges
  • Fresh parsley or dill

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken
    • In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    • Add chicken, coat well, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 6 hours in the fridge).
  2. Cook the Chicken
    • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
    • Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
    • Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. Prepare the Tzatziki
    • Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill in a bowl.
    • Season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
  4. Assemble the Bowls
    • Add rice or greens as the base.
    • Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta.
    • Drizzle with tzatziki and garnish with parsley, pita, or lemon wedges.
  • Prep Time: PT20M
  • Cook Time: PT15M
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet, Grill
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Serves 4
  • Calories: 520kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg