Description
Flavorful Greek chicken gyro bowls with fresh veggies and tangy tzatziki, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Bowl Assembly:
- Cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Cucumber, diced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese or goat cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring full coverage. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
4. Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
5. Assemble bowls by adding a base of rice, then topping with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and cheese.
6. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with pita bread if desired.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 4 hours.
Store each component separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg