Delicious Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl for a Healthy Meal
This Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl combines vibrant Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill or Skillet
Ingredients
Chicken Breast
- 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Primary protein for the bowl.
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Base for tzatziki sauce.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano For authentic Greek flavor.
Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper To taste.
Fresh Vegetables
- 1 medium Cucumber Diced for tzatziki.
- 1 large Tomato Diced for topping.
- 1/2 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced for topping.
Base
- 1 cup Cooked Rice or Quinoa As the base of the bowl.
Garnish
- 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese For garnish.
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish.
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and chopped parsley in a separate bowl.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble the bowl starting with rice or quinoa, then layer with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top, sprinkle with feta cheese, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, consider using grilled vegetables or different grains. This dish is perfect for meal prepping!