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Easy Chicken Gyro Bowls – A Healthy & Delicious Greek-Inspired Recipe!

These Chicken Gyro Bowls bring together the bold flavors of Greek cuisine in a fresh, wholesome, and easy-to-make meal. Juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy tzatziki, and tangy feta cheese sit atop a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa for a nutrient-packed, Mediterranean-inspired dish. Perfect for a quick dinner, meal prep, or a healthy lunch, this gyro bowl delivers the comfort of a gyro without the extra carbs of pita bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinated Chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Gyro Bowls:
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or dill chopped
  • ½ cup tzatziki sauce
  • Warm pita bread cut into wedges (optional)

Method
 

  1. Marinate the Chicken
  2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
  3. Cook the Chicken
  4. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Assemble the Bowls
  6. Divide the cooked rice or quinoa into bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
  7. Add the Finishing Touches
  8. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, garnish with fresh parsley or dill, and serve with warm pita wedges if desired.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, swap the rice for cauliflower rice or chopped lettuce.
  • For a dairy-free version, use vegan yogurt and dairy-free feta.
  • Make-ahead tip: Cook and store the chicken and toppings separately for easy meal prep.
  • Reheat: Warm the chicken and rice before assembling for a fresh, hot bowl.

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