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Chicken Gyro Bowls


  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat preferred)
  • 1 cucumber, finely grated and squeezed to remove excess liquid
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Bowl Base:

  • 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice (or substitute quinoa or couscous)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for fluffing rice)

Toppings:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 2: Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, fresh dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  • Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil if using a skillet.
  • Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 4: Prepare the Base and Toppings

  • Fluff your cooked rice with a fork, adding olive oil if desired for extra flavor and moisture.
  • Prep your toppings: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumbers, slice the onions, and crumble the feta cheese.

Step 5: Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide the rice evenly among 4 bowls as the base.
  • Top each bowl with sliced chicken, a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce, and your prepared toppings (tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, olives, and feta cheese).
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 510
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Fat: 19g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 38g