Description
Chicken Gyro Bowls are a delightful fusion of spiced chicken, fresh veggies, and tangy sauce, all served in a cozy bowl. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this vibrant dish is easy to customize and brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your home. With every bite, you’re in for a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds dance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- Pita bread or cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts well and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
- Cook chicken: Grill or sauté chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Rest and slice: After cooking, let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare bowls: While resting, chop tomatoes and cucumbers. If using rice as a base, cook according to package instructions.
- Assemble: Start with rice or pita at the bottom of each bowl; add sliced chicken and fresh veggies; drizzle with tzatziki sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg