Description
A fresh, healthy take on classic Greek flavors, these Chicken Gyro Bowls feature marinated, seared chicken with crisp veggies, tangy tzatziki, and grains for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup cucumber, grated and squeezed
- 1 tbsp lemon for tzatziki
- 1 tbsp olive oil for tzatziki
- 1 minced garlic clove for tzatziki
- 1 tbsp chopped dill
- 1 cup rice or quinoa
- Chopped tomatoes
- Chopped red onion
- Chopped cucumber
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes to overnight.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Finish cooking in a 400°F oven for 8–10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest chicken for 5–10 minutes, then slice against the grain.
- For tzatziki, mix grated cucumber with yogurt, lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, dill, and salt.
- Chop tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package directions.
- Assemble bowls with sliced chicken, tzatziki, veggies, and grains.
Notes
For best results, use a thermometer to check chicken doneness and ensure even cooking by pounding thicker pieces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Marinating and Searing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg