Name: Chicken Gyro Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients: 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp cumin; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; ½ cucumber, grated and drained; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp fresh dill or 1 tsp dried; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, diced; ½ red onion, thinly sliced; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; ¼ cup kalamata olives (optional); Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish; Lemon wedges, for serving

Description

Craving the bold, fresh flavors of a chicken gyro without the pita? These Chicken Gyro Bowls are everything you love—tender marinated chicken, creamy garlic sauce, crisp veggies, and herbed rice—all layered into one delicious, customizable bowl. It’s a healthy and satisfying meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated and drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill or 1 tsp dried
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bowls:

2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup kalamata olives (optional)
Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).

Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

Step 3: Make the Tzatziki Sauce
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
Mix well and chill until ready to use.

Step 4: Build Your Bowls
Start with a base of rice, quinoa, or greens.
Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta, and olives.
Drizzle with tzatziki and finish with fresh parsley or dill and a lemon wedge.

Notes

Use Chicken Thighs – They’re juicier and more flavorful than breasts.
Drain the Cucumber – Squeeze out excess water to keep the sauce thick.
Let the Chicken Rest – This keeps it juicy and easy to slice.
Make a Toppings Bar – Let everyone build their own bowl for a fun dinner night.
Switch Up the Base – Use greens or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired